From Living Things to Plastic: A Journey Through Rock

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What is crude oil used to make?

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Crude oil is used to make gasoline, jet fuel, heating oil, and plastic.

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What happens to ocean organisms when they die?

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When ocean organisms die, they sink to the bottom of the ocean.

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What is used to extract crude oil from underground?

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Drills are used to extract crude oil from underground.

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Where can crude oil be found near the Gulf of Mexico?

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Crude oil can be found in the Gulf of Mexico.

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True or False: Animals often eat plastic by mistake.

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True.

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What is the process of converting crude oil into usable products called?

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Refining.

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What are the environmental impacts of plastic pollution in oceans?

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Plastic pollution can harm marine life, disrupt ecosystems, and enter the food chain.

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What is the main component of crude oil?

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Hydrocarbons.

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How does crude oil form over time?

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Crude oil forms from the remains of ancient marine organisms that have been subjected to heat and pressure over millions of years.

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What is one alternative to plastic?

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Biodegradable materials, such as plant-based plastics.