Frac gradient
Term · Oil and gas · MLC-T-OAG-001555
The pressure gradient, expressed in pounds per square inch per foot (psi/ft), at which a rock formation will fracture. This value represents the minimum pressure required to initiate and propagate a hydraulic fracture in the reservoir rock. It is a key parameter for designing hydraulic fracturing treatments and preventing unintended fracturing of overlying formations.
| Identifier | MLC-T-OAG-001555 |
|---|---|
| Field | Oil and gas |
| Subject | Well Workover and Intervention |
Record as JSON
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"id": "MLC-T-OAG-001555",
"term": "Frac gradient",
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"definition": "The pressure gradient, expressed in pounds per square inch per foot (psi/ft), at which a rock formation will fracture. This value represents the minimum pressure required to initiate and propagate a hydraulic fracture in the reservoir rock. It is a key parameter for designing hydraulic fracturing treatments and preventing unintended fracturing of overlying formations.",
"subject": "Well Workover and Intervention",
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oil-and-gas/frac-gradient/"
}
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