Petroleum Geochemistry and Geology

John M. Hunt

Description

Petroleum Geochemistry and Geology, 2nd edition is a classic textbook devoted to the basic and broad understanding of petroleum geoscience, integrating contributions from geology, geochemistry, geophysics, and other branches of geoscience into one comprehensive volume. The second edition has been updated with the latest information on applying geosciences to reduce risk in petroleum exploration, featuring case studies on discovering oil and gas as well as defining reservoir continuity after discovery, and providing clear explanations of advanced subjects such as biomarkers—making it an essential reference for students and professionals seeking in-depth knowledge of hydrocarbon origin, migration, accumulation, source rocks, and geochemical applications in exploration.

Contents:

  • Chapter 1: The Development of Petroleum Geochemistry and Geology
  • Chapter 2: Carbon and the Origin of Life
  • Chapter 3: Petroleum and Its Products
  • Chapter 4: How Oil Forms
  • Chapter 5: How Gas Forms
  • Chapter 6: Migration and Accumulation
  • Chapter 7: The Source Rock
  • Chapter 8: Petroleum in the Reservoir
  • Chapter 9: Seeps and Surface Prospecting
  • Chapter 10: Subsurface Prospecting
  • Chapter 11: Crude Oil Correlation
  • Chapter 12: Prospect Evaluation