How is geology related to oil?

Answer by  patti (29325)

Geology is the study of the earth and what it's made of and what lies in the layers of the earth. Among those things is oil, coal, natural gas, etc. A geologist uses core samples to determine what is contained in the layers of the earth and how long it's been there.

Answer by  Wago (9)

Geology is the science focused on the study of the composition of the earth. Knowledge of geology is important for identifying the location of potential oil rich zones.