Which of the following theories of origin of petroleum does not explain the presence of nitrogen & sulphur compounds in crude oil ?

Correct answer: B. Carbide theory

  • A. Modern theory
  • B. Carbide theory
  • C. Engler theory
  • D. All A., B. and C.

Explanation

The inorganic carbide theory does not adequately account for the nitrogen- and sulphur-containing compounds found in crude oil. The organic theories, including Engler's, relate these constituents to biological source material.

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