ABC has done a pretty good job of showing where a barrel of oil goes in America:

A barrel of oil contains 42 gallons of crude. During the refining process, additives increase the “refined yield” of the barrel. In the end, about 44 gallons of various products are produced from each barrel.

They have some fancy graphics and details on what is made with 42 gallons of crude.

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