Exploration play
Term · Oil and gas · MLC-T-OAG-001353
A concept describing a group of potential hydrocarbon accumulations that share common geological characteristics, such as source rock, reservoir rock, seal, and trap type. It defines a specific geological setting where hydrocarbons are expected to be found. An exploration play is evaluated by assessing the probability of success and the potential volume of hydrocarbons.
| Identifier | MLC-T-OAG-001353 |
|---|---|
| Field | Oil and gas |
| Subject | Geology |
Record as JSON
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"id": "MLC-T-OAG-001353",
"term": "Exploration play",
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"definition": "A concept describing a group of potential hydrocarbon accumulations that share common geological characteristics, such as source rock, reservoir rock, seal, and trap type. It defines a specific geological setting where hydrocarbons are expected to be found. An exploration play is evaluated by assessing the probability of success and the potential volume of hydrocarbons.",
"subject": "Geology",
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oil-and-gas/exploration-play/"
}
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