Sedimentary Geochemistry
The composition and physical properties of sedimentary rocks are to a large…
Oil Reserves – How Long Will Conventional Oil Last?
In the last 40–50 years we have had a discussion about how…
External Geometry of Reservoir Rocks
The external geometry of reservoir rocks is largely determined by the depositional…
Porosity and Permeability
Any rock with sufficiently high porosity and permeability may serve as a…
Migration of Petroleum
Petroleum migrates from low permeability source rocks into high permeability reservoir rocks…
Breakdown of Organic Matter
Almost all (>99%) of the organic matter which is produced on land…
Accumulations of Organic Matter
It is well documented that oil accumulations are of organic origin and…
A Brief Petroleum History
A Brief Petroleum History There are many places where oil seeps out…
Introduction to Petroleum Geology
Petroleum geology comprises those geological disciplines which are of greatest significance for…
Drilling for Oil and Gas
Drilling for oil is a costly process, especially offshore. The object of…


