Question

Which of the following are the two most important mineral resources to Texas's economy?

A.
petroleum and natural gas

B.
sand and gravel

C.
petroleum and gypsum

D.
natural gas and coal

Answer 1

@AloneS

Answer 2

@calculusxy

Answer 3

@jgirl128

Answer 4

"Mineral resources compete with industry for primary economic importance in Texas. The state is the leading U.S. producer of oil, natural gas, and natural-gas liquids, despite recent production declines."

http://www.infoplease.com/encyclopedia/us/texas-economy.html

"'Texas produces more than one-third of the nation's oil output, and a price collapse like the one taking place now 'is a body blow,' the Austin-based Texas Taxpayers and Research Association said last week. 'Oil and gas are five times more important to the Texas economy than they are to the nation as a whole'"

http://www.naturalgasintel.com/articles/105934-oilgas-rout-makes-its-mark-on-texas-economy

"Texas was the leading crude oil-producing state in the nation in 2014 and exceeded production levels even from the federal offshore areas.

As of January 2015, the 27 petroleum refineries in Texas had a capacity of over 5.1 million barrels of crude oil per day and accounted for 29% of total U.S. refining capacity.

Texas accounted for about 29% of U.S. marketed natural gas production in 2014, making it the leading natural gas producer among the states."

http://www.naturalgasintel.com/articles/105934-oilgas-rout-makes-its-mark-on-texas-economy

so what can you conclude from this information?

Answer 5

also, sorry, the last link should be: http://www.eia.gov/state/?sid=TX

Answer 6

i say its A

Answer 7

I agree, good job!

Answer 8

thanks

Answer 9

i have more questions if you can help

Answer 10

I can try