In modern civilization, oil plays a significant role in major sectors like:Fuel: Gasoline is the major energy for transportation, agriculture and industries. Kerosene is important for domestic purposes.Plastics: Crude oil is refined and subjected to high heat in combination with another treated material to create the polymers.Clothing: Significant fibres like spandex, polyester, nylon and vegan leather are petroleum-based.Toiletries: Beauty products and toiletries like soap, lotion, toothpaste, shaving cream, shampoo, and deodorant use propylene glycol and crylates from petroleum.Gum: Any product that is gum-based includes petroleum and waxes.