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LenaWriter [7]
3 years ago
6

Which statement best explains the formation and distribution of oil?

Geography
1 answer:
tankabanditka [31]3 years ago
7 0

Answer:

Option D, Oil forms because of geologic heat and pressure and can be found around the world in varying amounts.

Explanation:

Oil existing beneath the earth surface is primarily due to the deposition of organic matter millions of years ago with in the deep earth crust.  

This deposition was uneven. With the temperature and pressure, the organic matter converted into fossil fuel (oil, coal etc.)  

Hence, option D is correct

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