How did the oil revolution affect the battlefield in WW1
The battles that ensued would be fought not just by men, but by machines too.
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What was the new fuel which everyone was using
Oil
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Which fuel is largely used today to power vehicle
Oil
100
How much % of Carbon Dioxide does oil have
30%
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Which country had the greatest oil production in 1914
United States of America
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What type of fuel did the new vehicles/machine use in WW1
The new warfare—planes, mechanized infantry, submarines and tanks—all relied on the internal combustion engine.
200
Did WW2 vehicles and machinery use oil?
Yes
200
Does oil have more applications today or did it have more applications before
Modern time oil is largely used today then back in WW2
200
Compared to other fuels like coal is oil more expensive or inexpensive
inexpensive
300
How many countries had access to oil first
Not many countries except Europe and the US
300
Which country tried destroying all oil production of the US
Germany
300
Which country was still dominating with the most oil production
US / United State of America
300
Which country produces the most oil now
Russia
300
What is one of the main drawbacks of oil
It is non renewable
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Who had first access to this new fuel of oil
Europe
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Did the rest of the countries who didn't have oil production stayed with coal/steam run machinery?
Many countries like France were forced to innovate warships to run on oil
400
Which country was the fastest to switch to oil after Europe and US
Germany
400
How much of the world's oil does US own today
2/3 of the world's oil production
400
Does oil produce ashes after it is used
no
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How many barrels of oil did the US produce in 1914
266 million barrels of oil
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What other thing was fought for to ensure an advantage to their country
Countries fought for free oil sites to take over
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How much percent of the world's oil did the US own
63%
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Name 5 Applications of Oil
Transportation Fuels
Military and Defense
Fertilizer
Heating
Plastics
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Name 5 Advantages to OIl
• 70% less carbon dioxide compared to other fossil fuels
• Helps improve quality of air and water (not a pollutant)
• Does not produce ashes after energy release
• Inexpensive compared to coal
• No odor until added