Energy Oil Rig Offshore — free printable diagram

About this illustration

This detailed cross-section illustration depicts an offshore oil drilling operation, showcasing the key components and geological layers involved in extracting fossil fuels. It clearly illustrates an oil platform floating on the ocean surface, with a drill string extending through the water and multiple subterranean rock layers to reach a deep-seated reservoir of oil or gas. Labels highlight 'PLATFORM', 'DRILL STRING', 'SEABED', and 'RESERVOIR (OIL OR GAS)', making it an excellent resource for teaching about energy resources, geology, and environmental science. The diagrammatic style makes it suitable for slides, worksheets, or as a reference for discussions on resource extraction and its processes.

How to use

1. 1Right-click the image and choose “Save image as”, or use the download button.
2. 2Use it in your classroom worksheets, slides or printables — free under CC BY-NC 4.0.
3. 3Attribute as “Image by Kuraplan” or link back to kuraplan.com. Not for commercial resale.