Why does oil seep to the surface from its source rock?

A) Capillary actions
B) Convection
C) Oil is less dense than surrounding sediments
D) None of these choices


C

Environmental & Atmospheric Sciences

You might also like to view...

What generates the magma necessary for seafloor spreading?

A) Decompression melting B) Partial melting C) Mantle plumes D) Subduction

Environmental & Atmospheric Sciences

________ are erosional features produced by valley (alpine) glaciers

A) Moraines B) Cirques C) Eskers D) Drumlins

Environmental & Atmospheric Sciences

Which force does not influence wind?

a. electrochemical force b. Coriolis force c. centripetal force d. pressure gradient force

Environmental & Atmospheric Sciences

An unstable air parcel continues to rise until it reaches an altitude where the surrounding air has a density and temperature similar to its own

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Environmental & Atmospheric Sciences