Question

give two reasons why an oil refinery is located either close to an oil field or in a coastal City
can anyone answer please
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Answer 1

Answer:

An oil refinery is located either close to an oil field or in a coastal city in order to reduce transportation cost. Another reason is that oil is highly inflammable and hence various safety measures need to be taken during its transportation.

Answer 2

Answer:

refineries which use a large amount of steam and cooling water need to have an abundant source of water. oil refineries therefore are often located navigable rivers or on a sea shore, nearby a port. such a location also gives access to transportation by river or by sea.