Elements of Petroleum Geology

The Third Edition of Elements of Petroleum Geology is a fully updated, essential primer for professionals in the oil and gas industry. It offers a comprehensive overview of petroleum geoscience, covering everything from the physical and chemical properties of hydrocarbons to modern exploration methods like geophysical techniques and wireline logging. The text provides detailed insights into the subsurface environment, the generation and migration of petroleum, and the mechanics of reservoirs and traps. Additionally, it addresses nonconventional resources like shale gas and tar sands, alongside critical economic topics such as risk analysis and reserve estimation.