Play
Term · Oil and gas · MLC-T-OAG-002822
A geological concept describing a group of oil and gas accumulations or prospects that share a common set of geological characteristics, including source rock, reservoir rock, seal, trap type, and hydrocarbon charge mechanism. It represents a defined area or trend where hydrocarbons are likely to be found based on a consistent geological model. Identifying and evaluating plays is a fundamental step in petroleum exploration.
| Identifier | MLC-T-OAG-002822 |
|---|---|
| Field | Oil and gas |
| Subject | Shale Gas |
Record as JSON
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"id": "MLC-T-OAG-002822",
"term": "Play",
"field": "Oil and gas",
"definition": "A geological concept describing a group of oil and gas accumulations or prospects that share a common set of geological characteristics, including source rock, reservoir rock, seal, trap type, and hydrocarbon charge mechanism. It represents a defined area or trend where hydrocarbons are likely to be found based on a consistent geological model. Identifying and evaluating plays is a fundamental step in petroleum exploration.",
"subject": "Shale Gas",
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oil-and-gas/play/"
}
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