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1. How do petroleum geologists figure out where natural gas deposits are located? What kinds of clues do they use?

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2. What subjects will you need to study if you want to be a petroleum geologist?
3. Why would it also be helpful to learn a second language and to learn about the customs of other oil-producing nations?

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4. Use a can of soda to explain the difference between a gas, a liquid, and a solid.

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5. What is in natural gas?

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6. What should you do if you smell a gas leak in your home?
7. Why is it important to not light a match or even use a flashlight if there is a natural gas leak in your home?