From Living Things to Plastic: A Journey Through Rock

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What is the name of the article?

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From Living Things to Plastic: A Journey Through Rock

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What was the most abundant organism floating near the surface of the ocean 400 million years ago?

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Algae

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Does oil drilling ever cause a problem?

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Sometimes

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Where can crude oil be found near where we live?

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The Gulf of Mexico

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Name one thing that crude oil is used to make.

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Gasoline, jet fuel, heating oil, plastic

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What is crude oil?

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A liquid fossil fuel formed from the remains of ancient marine organisms.

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

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Refining.

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What are fossil fuels?

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Natural substances formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals, used for energy.

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What is the environmental impact of oil drilling?

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It can lead to oil spills, habitat destruction, and pollution.

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What is the primary use of gasoline?

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Fuel for vehicles.