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  Hello Friends! Welcome back to KidsCast! We're here with another topic, yet again! We Petroleum , also known as crude oil , is a fossil fuel that is used to power our cars, heat our homes, and create the products we use every day. Here's a closer look at what petroleum is, where it comes from, and how it's used. What is Petroleum? Petroleum is a liquid fossil fuel that is formed from the remains of plants and animals that died millions of years ago. Over time, their remains were buried under sediment and rock, and the pressure and heat from the earth caused them to transform into oil and gas. Petroleum is made up of a mixture of hydrocarbons , which are organic compounds made up of hydrogen and carbon atoms. The specific composition of petroleum varies depending on where it is found and how it is processed. Where Does Petroleum Come From? Petroleum is found in underground reservoirs or deposits beneath the earth's surface. These reservoirs can be located on land or un...