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Fracture networks

Term · Oil and gas · MLC-T-OAG-001571

Interconnected systems of natural or induced breaks in rock formations that enhance permeability and provide pathways for fluid movement. These networks can significantly influence reservoir fluid flow, especially in tight or unconventional reservoirs. Their geometry, density, and connectivity are characterized through seismic data, well logs, and core analysis.

Table 1. Record
IdentifierMLC-T-OAG-001571
FieldOil and gas
SubjectReservoir Characterization
Record as JSON 
{
  "id": "MLC-T-OAG-001571",
  "term": "Fracture networks",
  "field": "Oil and gas",
  "definition": "Interconnected systems of natural or induced breaks in rock formations that enhance permeability and provide pathways for fluid movement. These networks can significantly influence reservoir fluid flow, especially in tight or unconventional reservoirs. Their geometry, density, and connectivity are characterized through seismic data, well logs, and core analysis.",
  "subject": "Reservoir Characterization",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oil-and-gas/fracture-networks/"
}

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