Question

Why does petroleum floats on water?

Answer 1

As the oil and gas are generated, depending on local conditions, the petroleumproducts will separate by density. Oil is less dense than water so it will "float" on water. Gas is less dense than both and will float to the top.

Answer 2

As the oil and gas are generated, depending on local conditions, the petroleumproducts will separate by density. Oil is less dense than water so it will "float" on water. Gas is less dense than both and will float to the top.