Compare the density of the object in question to the density of water. If its density is less than water, it will float. For example, oak floats because its density is 0.7 g/cm³. If the density of an object is greater than water, it will sink.
Answer:
When the drill hits oil, some of the oil rises from the ground high into the air. This immediate release of oil is known as a "gusher." Once a reservoir has been located, pumps are used to extract the oil.
