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Crude oil extraction

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025

Definition

The process of removing crude oil from underground deposits, which can cause environmental impacts on marine and terrestrial ecosystems.

AP course connection

Topic 6.5: 6.5 Fossil Fuels

Unit 6

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