Underpressured
Term · Oil and gas · MLC-T-OAG-003981
Describing a subsurface formation where the pore fluid pressure is significantly lower than the normal hydrostatic pressure for its depth. This condition can result from fluid withdrawal, cooling of the reservoir, or tectonic processes. Underpressured reservoirs can pose challenges for drilling operations and fluid production.
| Identifier | MLC-T-OAG-003981 |
|---|---|
| Field | Oil and gas |
| Subject | Geology |
Record as JSON
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"id": "MLC-T-OAG-003981",
"term": "Underpressured",
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"definition": "Describing a subsurface formation where the pore fluid pressure is significantly lower than the normal hydrostatic pressure for its depth. This condition can result from fluid withdrawal, cooling of the reservoir, or tectonic processes. Underpressured reservoirs can pose challenges for drilling operations and fluid production.",
"subject": "Geology",
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oil-and-gas/underpressured/"
}
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