Question

Give reason:

Which is called Black Gold? Describe it.

Answer 1

1. Petroleum and its derivatives are called Black Gold. It is found between the layers of rocks and is drilled from oil fields located near coastal areas. It produces a variety of products like diesel, petrol, kerosene, wax, plastics, etc.
2. The chief petroleum-producing countries are Saudi Arabia, Iran, Iraq, and Qatar.
3. Digboi in Assam, Bombay High are the leading producers of petroleum in India.