Porous
Term · Oil and gas · MLC-T-OAG-002873
Describing a rock or material that contains numerous small voids or pore spaces. Porous rocks are capable of storing fluids such as oil, gas, and water, making them potential reservoir rocks. The degree of porosity is a key factor in evaluating a reservoir's storage capacity.
| Identifier | MLC-T-OAG-002873 |
|---|---|
| Field | Oil and gas |
| Subject | Geology |
Record as JSON
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"definition": "Describing a rock or material that contains numerous small voids or pore spaces. Porous rocks are capable of storing fluids such as oil, gas, and water, making them potential reservoir rocks. The degree of porosity is a key factor in evaluating a reservoir's storage capacity.",
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