Question

Where are most petroleum resources located

Answer 1

The correct answer is D. Near the Persian Gulf.

Explanation

The Persian Gulf is a marine formation located in the Middle East of about 250 thousands km². The marine life that inhabits the Persian Gulf is made up of large coral reefs, fish of different species, oysters, and marine plants. Also, the Persian Gulf forms the coasts of Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, and Oman. These countries are widely known throughout the world for their large oil reserves that have allowed them to grow economically over the last fifty years. Therefore, the correct answer is D. Near the Persian Gulf