In which of the following forms even solids are converted to transport through pipelines?

Slurry

The correct answer is Option (3) → Slurry

Slurry: This is a mixture of liquid and solid particles. By mixing solids with a liquid (usually water), their transport through pipelines becomes possible.

Pipelines are the most convenient and efficient mode of transporting liquids and gases over long distances. Even solids can also be transported by pipelines after converting them into slurry. Oil India Limited (OIL) under the administrative set up of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas is engaged in the exploration, production and transportation of crude oil and natural gas. It was incorporated in 1959 as a company. Asia’s first cross country pipeline covering a distance of 1,157 km was constructed by OIL from Naharkatiya oilfield in Assam to Barauni refinery in Bihar. It was further extended up to Kanpur in 1966.