How is fracking different from conventional oil wells?

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Fracking involves the injection of high-pressure fluids to create fractures in the rock and release oil or gas. This is different from conventional oil wells that simply extract oil or gas from existing underground reservoirs.

Answer: D and E are not correct as fracking does not involve strip mining, and chemicals are commonly used in the fracking process. A is also not correct as "quaternary production method" is not a term commonly used in the oil and gas industry, and B is not correct as fracking has been associated with environmental damage, including contamination of groundwater.

How Is Fracking Different from Conventional Oil Wells