Now, you might be thinking, "But what about other types of oil, like cooking oil or olive oil?" Well, let me tell you, those oils are like the lightweight champions of the oil world, weighing in at around 7.5-8.5 pounds per gallon. That's like the difference between carrying a small cat and a large cat, both of which can still scratch you, but one is slightly more manageable.
And then there's crude oil, the heavyweight champion of the oil world, weighing in at around 8.5 pounds per gallon. That's like trying to carry a large dog, but instead of a wagging tail, you get a messy spill that can ruin your favorite shoes. But hey, at least you'll be the most popular person at the party, with your very own oil spill to talk about.
But, seriously, the weight of oil can vary depending on the temperature and pressure it's under. It's like when you're trying to lose weight, and you step on the scale, but then you realize you're wearing your heavy boots, and suddenly you're 5 pounds heavier. Yeah, it's like that, but with oil.
Cost Of A Gallon Of Oil at Sara Long blog