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Under what conditions are minerals oil deposits are likely to be found in the earth crust?


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Answer:

Most economically viable hydrocarbon deposits percolate UP from deeper source rocks. (Exceptions being tar sands, shale oil, etc.) The key factor in whether oil or gas is produced is the pressure, heat, and also dwell time of the organic matter in the source rock.