Question

1. crude oil is another name for ______.

○ petroleum
○ methane
○ alcohol
○ peat

Explanation:

Crude oil is a naturally occurring liquid petroleum product composed of hydrocarbon deposits and other organic materials, so it is synonymous with petroleum. The other options are distinct substances: methane is a single hydrocarbon gas, alcohol is a class of organic compounds, and peat is a precursor to coal.

Answer:

petroleum