Main boring diameter for petroleum well is 20-30 cms in diameter, while the depth of the oil well may be about _____________ kms?

Correct answer: B. 1.5 to 4.5

  • A. 0.1 to 0.5
  • B. 1.5 to 4.5
  • C. 7.5 to 12.5
  • D. 15-20

Explanation

Although the bore of an oil well is only about 20 to 30 cm, its depth is commonly measured in kilometres. A range of about 1.5 to 4.5 km is realistic for many petroleum wells, unlike the much smaller or extreme alternatives.

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