Web Quest for Natural Gas

The Gulf states are known for their oil and gas resources. But what do you know about the history of Qatar's oil business? When was oil discovered in Qatar? When did Qatar take full national control of its oil and gas business?

What is natural gas? Where does it come from? How is it used? What effect does it have on the environment? Here’s an educational Website that can answer those questions and more.

Teachers and students should visit this Website to learn where natural gas comes from and many other related topics. Don't forget to try the experiments.

Have you ever wondered how long Qatar's natural gas reserves will last? This is an important question that many experts in the energy field ask. Find an "educated estimate" on this Website.

Qatar gas has undertaken several projects to protect the environment and local species. Did you know they are building ecoreefs, protecting the nesting grounds of sea turtles, and releasing sea snakes into the Gulf? Check out these and other projects on their Website.

We know that natural gas is used to create electricity and power homes. But can it be used as airplane fuel? Qatar Airlines has teamed up with other companies to conduct research on using gas-to-liquid (GTL) jet fuels. What are the benefits of using gas as airline fuel?

Because of the increasing demands for energy, many people are seeking ways to conserve energy and use it more efficiently. What can you do at home to conserve energy? Here are 20 tips to get your thinking!

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