Millions of years ago in many different regions of the world, large-scale burials of organic matter were followed by the formation of underground traps. Which of the following provides evidence of these past geologic processes?

Question

A.
Areas where these geologic processes occurred now have major groundwater reserves.
B.
Areas where these geologic processes occurred now have very few natural resources.
C.
Areas where these geologic processes occurred now have very fertile soil.
D.
Areas where these geologic processes occurred now have major petroleum reserves.

Answer 1

The correct answer is:

D. Areas where these geologic processes occurred now have major petroleum reserves.

This is because the large-scale burials of organic matter mentioned in your statement are associated with the formation of fossil fuels, including petroleum. The geological processes that created these underground traps often led to the accumulation of hydrocarbons, which are found in oil reservoirs today.