CPG Petroleum Geology & Reservoir Characterization

Question 1

What is the primary source rock for petroleum?

Accepted Answer

Shale

Answer

Sandstone

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Limestone

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Granite

Question 2

What is porosity in a reservoir rock?

Accepted Answer

The space available to hold fluids

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The density of the rock

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The volume of solid material

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The permeability of the rock

Question 3

Which tool is commonly used to evaluate reservoir properties?

Accepted Answer

Well log

Answer

Seismograph

Answer

Drill bit

Answer

Core barrel

Question 4

What is the function of a cap rock in a petroleum trap?

Accepted Answer

To seal the reservoir

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To generate hydrocarbons

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To store hydrocarbons

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To fracture the rock

Question 5

Which factor influences reservoir permeability?

Accepted Answer

Pore throat size

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Mineral composition

Answer

Color of the rock

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Depth of burial

Question 6

What does a structural trap rely on?

Accepted Answer

Folding or faulting of rock layers

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Chemical composition

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Fluid density

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Evaporation rates

Question 7

What is the main goal of reservoir characterization?

Accepted Answer

To optimize reservoir management

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To locate surface oil seeps

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To drill faster

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To test water quality

Question 8

Which geophysical method helps identify potential reservoirs?

Accepted Answer

Seismic reflection

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Gravity survey

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Magnetic survey

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Soil sampling

Question 9

What type of rock is most commonly associated with reservoir rocks?

Accepted Answer

Sandstone

Answer

Shale

Answer

Basalt

Answer

Marble