Science in the Search for Oil

$175.00

How Oil Was Formed [and] How Oil Is Found

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Description

“Oil and gas are believed to have been formed millions of years ago by the chemical decomposition of marine life in the earth’s sedimentary layers.”

This colorful flowchart offers an easy-to-understand synopsis on the basic principles behind the creation of Earth’s subterranean oil deposits and the various mechanisms by which they are extracted in the 20th century. The continent evolves, both in form and idea.

Published by the American Petroleum Institute, probably in 1962, according to the date code printed in the lower right corner.

Map Details

Publication Date: c. 1962

Author: America Petroleum Institute

Sheet Width (in): 44.00

Sheet Height (in): 34.00

Condition: B+

Condition Description: Large color printed map on a single-sided sheet. Moderately worn and creased along folds, with small holes at the joints and some light discoloration along the seams. Good condition overall.

$175.00

1 in stock