How much oil is there left on Earth? Can science replace the fossil fuels we use? The 'Why Science Matters' series demonstrates how the science we learn at school is important in every aspect of our everyday lives. Using case studies and investigations, the series describes the development of science and technologies that can improve our lives - or lead to new scientific challenges and controversies. In 'Finding and Using Oil', we find out science and technology help us find, refine and use the chemical also known as black gold . We learn the importance of understanding the chemistry of hydrocarbons, how they can be separated into useful fuels, and how oil is the basis for plastics. And there's discussion of the world's oil reserves, their sustainability, and our continued reliance on oil as a fuel.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Capstone Global Library Ltd
ISBN-13
9780431040530
eBay Product ID (ePID)
95650153
Product Key Features
Author
John Coad
Publication Name
Finding and Using Oil
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Subject
Science
Publication Year
2008
Type
Textbook
Number of Pages
56 Pages
Dimensions
Item Height
240mm
Item Width
190mm
Item Weight
494g
Additional Product Features
Title_Author
John Coad
Series Title
Why Science Matters
Topic
Science
Country/Region of Manufacture
United Kingdom
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