Flowback

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-011320",
  "term": "Flowback",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "After the hydraulic fracturing procedure is completed and pressure is released, the direction of fluid flow reverses, and water and excess proppant flow up through the wellbore to the surface. The water that returns to the surface is commonly referred to as \"flowback.\"",
  "subject": "Chemicals, toxics and pesticides",
  "references": [
    "Glossary: Study of the Potential Impacts of Hydraulic Fracturing on Drinking Water Resources"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/flowback/"
}