Density
Term · Oil and gas · MLC-T-OAG-000997
A measure of mass per unit volume of a substance, expressed in units such as grams per cubic centimeter or pounds per cubic foot. In geology, rock density is influenced by mineral composition, porosity, and fluid content. Density logs are used in wellbores to determine rock properties and identify fluid types.
| Identifier | MLC-T-OAG-000997 |
|---|---|
| Field | Oil and gas |
| Subject | Geology |
Record as JSON
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