Oil shale contains a waxy solid called kerogen, which can be extracted and processed into oil. However, it is not rich in a tarry, asphalt-like oil, as stated in option A. Option C is also incorrect, as oil shale typically requires mining and heating in order to extract the oil. Option D is false, as significant deposits of oil shale are found in the United States, particularly in Colorado, Utah, and Wyoming.

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Oil Shale

Question 37

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Oil shale

A) Is rich in a tarry, asphalt-like oil.
B) Contains a waxy solid called kerogen.
C) Can be developed by using warm water to extract the oil from the rocks without mining.
D) Is very rare in the United States.

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