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Fracking

technology Maturity 11-13

People use water to find fuel.

Well Head where fluids are injected into the ground.JPG
Well Head where fluids are injected into the ground.JPG
They push water deep into the ground. This makes tiny cracks in the rock. Then, gas and oil can flow out. This helps us get energy for homes. Do you use gas for your car?
Water tanks preparing for a frac job.JPG
Water tanks preparing for a frac job.JPG

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Well Head where fluids are injected into...
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Well head after all the Fracking...
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Water tanks preparing for a frac job.JPG
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Process of mixing water with fracking...
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