Question

Using the map above, explain why so many oil refineries were set up along the southeastern border of Texas.

Answer 1

Answer: There are oil fields spread throughout Texas and many of then are set up along the coastline.Those in the oil industry quickly determined that it was cheaper to ship their product throughout the U.S. overseas than to send it over land, so they built refineries along the coast.

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Answer 2

Answer: There are oil fields spread throughout Texas and many of then are set up along the coastline.

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The reason is that its economical.