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Which of the following devices is used in identifing the presence of petroleum in an area?

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Geoscope
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Telescope
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Geophone
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Venturimeter
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Solution

The correct option is C Geophone
A geophone is a device used to determine the presence of oil in the rocks. Sound waves are sent through the rocks and the reflected waves are analysed to check whether oil source is present.

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