Definitions: Definitions of petroleum, crude oil, bitumen, tar sand, natural gas, and coal. Origin: Theories of origin of petroleum and the evidence of each; Biogenic theory. Detailed discussion of the biogenic theory of petroleum formation, stages of transformation of sedimentary organic matter and their distinguishing characteristics. Occurrence: World distribution of petroleum and bitumen. Major Oil producing countries and worldwide scenario with respect to demand and supply of petroleum. Forecasting future petroleum demand and prospects. Historical context: Brief history of petroleum discovery, utilization and processing in the world and Nigeria.
- Teacher: Yasmeen Abubakar Saleh