Hydrocarbon and geomaterial uses

Bys: Rop, Bernard Kipsang, Chebet, Jackline, Ndegwa, Francis

Hydrocarbons and minerals continue to play a significant role in infrastructure development. Exploration of petroleum is challenging, requiring the interpretation and integration of scientific data from indirect sources, primarily derived from exploratory wells, geophysical surveys, and wireline well logs. An evaluation of source-reservoir-seal targets for exploration prospects and drillable structures in basins is given by meticulous data interpretation and analysis. This book also focuses on identifying and distinguishing typical mineral and rock types, their occurrences, and their uses as industrial geomaterials. The release of toxic fumes from quarrying and blasting operations poses significant environmental and safety challenges to human health. Changes in the natural profile of the ground and dust generated from vibration cause damage to infrastructures in the quarry's proximity.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 620822375X
• ISBN13: 9786208223755
• Release Date: December 2024
• Publisher: LAP Lambert Academic Publishing
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"