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Multi-stage karst characteristics and reservoir control of early diagenetic limestone in Taiyuan Formation, Ordos Basin, China 鄂尔多斯盆地太原组早成岩灰岩多期岩溶特征及储层控制作用
Pub Date : 2025-08-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.jnggs.2025.06.001
Xiaoxiong Yan , Shoukang Zhong , Wenchao Pei , Jie Xu , Xiucheng Tan
Recently, several wells, such as YT1H and ZT1 in the Ordos Basin, have made new discoveries of natural gas in the Permian Taiyuan Formation limestone, revealing that the limestone of the Taiyuan Formation has good exploration potential. However, there are still problems such as unclear reservoir genesis mechanism and undefined key reservoir formation mode in the Taiyuan Formation limestone, which seriously restricts further gas exploration and deployment in this layer. Therefore, based on the abundant core, thin section and physical property data of Taiyuan Formation, this paper systematically studies the relationship between limestone reservoir development and early exposed karstification, establishing the karst reservoir control model in the early limestone diagenesis. The results show that: (1) Early diagenetic karstification primarily developed in granular limestone and mostly located in the middle and upper parts of the upward-shallowing sequence. Meanwhile, the identifiable karst features include fabric selective dissolution, solution fissures/solution gullies, dissolution speckle, karst breccia, and multi-phase exposed surfaces. (2) Karst strength within a single cycle gradually increases from the bottom to the top. The karst at the bottom of the cycle was weak, with locally developed chip moldic holes. The upward karst reconstruction scope expanded, the dominant channel and the dissolution mottling began to emerge, and the karst process developed moderately; the upper karst system of the cycle cleaved and dissociated the bedrock, developed karst breccia, and exhibiting overdeveloped karst processes. (3) Under the control of exposure time, both high- and low–frequency cycles are developed in the study area, and the exposed surfaces of high–frequency cycles are mostly found in limestone, which is an “episodic” cycle interface, and the inner karst intensity is manifested as karst non-development→selective degradation of bioclastic debris→dominant channels and dissolution spots. In contrast, low frequency cycle interfaces are observed only at the top of slope sections or Maergou Section of the limestone, where inner karst intensity is manifested as dominant channels→dissolution spots→karst breccia. (4) The high-quality limestone reservoirs are mainly developed in the middle and upper parts of the quaternary cycle, corresponding to regions of moderate karst reconstruction area. In comparison, reservoir quality of the lower part of the cycle and the top part of the cycle became significantly worse. It is believed that the multi-stage karst in the early diagenetic stage not only controls the development and distribution of limestone reservoirs in the study area, but also greatly improves the reservoir and seepage capacity, which is the key factor for the formation of limestone reservoirs in Taiyuan Formation.
近年来,鄂尔多斯盆地YT1H、ZT1等几口井在二叠系太原组灰岩中发现了新的天然气,表明太原组灰岩具有良好的勘探潜力。但太原组灰岩储层成因机制不明确、关键成藏模式不明确等问题,严重制约了该层进一步勘探部署。因此,本文基于太原组丰富的岩心、薄片及物性资料,系统研究了灰岩储层发育与早出裸露岩溶作用的关系,建立了早灰岩成岩作用下的岩溶储层控制模型。结果表明:(1)早成岩岩溶作用主要发育在粒状灰岩中,主要位于上浅层序的中上段。同时,可识别的岩溶特征包括织物选择性溶蚀、溶蚀裂隙/溶蚀沟、溶蚀斑、岩溶角砾岩和多相暴露面。(2)单周期内岩溶强度由下向上逐渐增大。旋回底部岩溶发育较弱,局部发育片状孔型。向上岩溶改造范围扩大,优势通道和溶蚀斑驳开始出现,岩溶作用发育适度;旋回上部岩溶系统对基岩进行了劈裂、解离作用,岩溶角砾岩发育,岩溶作用过度发育。(3)在暴露时间控制下,研究区高、低频旋回均发育,高频旋回暴露面多为灰岩,为“幕式”旋回界面,内部岩溶强度表现为岩溶不发育→生物碎屑碎屑选择性降解→优势通道和溶蚀斑。低频旋回界面仅在灰岩坡段顶部或马尔沟段出现,其内部岩溶强度表现为优势通道→溶蚀斑→岩溶角砾岩。(4)优质灰岩储层主要发育在第四纪旋回中上段,对应于中度岩溶改造区。旋回下部和旋回上部储层质量明显变差。认为早成岩阶段的多期岩溶作用不仅控制了研究区灰岩储层的发育和分布,而且极大地提高了储层和渗流能力,是太原组灰岩储层形成的关键因素。
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Geological characteristics of Jurassic coal rock gas and evaluation of favorable zones in the northern structural belt of the Kuqa Depression, Tarim Basin, China 塔里木盆地库车坳陷北部构造带侏罗系煤岩气地质特征及有利带评价
Pub Date : 2025-08-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.jnggs.2025.07.002
Zeqing Guo , Caiyuan Dong , Bin Wang , Ling Li , Zhenglian Pang , Xiuyan Chen , Debo Ma
The Kuqa Depression in the Tarim Basin has developed two sets of coal-bearing strata: the Triassic and the Jurassic. The Jurassic coals are characterized by multiple layers, large cumulative thickness, and a wide distribution area, providing a strong material basis for the development of coal rock gas. This study presents a comprehensive evaluation of the Jurassic coal quality and reservoir characteristics in the northern structural belt of the Kuqa Depression. The evaluation is based on intensive core sampling, rock debris data, and the use of analytical techniques, including microscopic identification, industrial analysis, vitrinite reflectance measurement, scanning electron microscopy, conventional physical property analysis, nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) detection, CT scanning, and nitrogen adsorption analysis. The results show that: (1) The microscopic components are mainly vitrinite, with an average content of 64.06%; coal has the characteristics of medium to high volatile matter content, ultra-low moisture, ultra-low ash content, and overall relatively low maturity. (2) Various matrix pores and fractures are developed, with large microcracks forming the main component of the pore network. These microcracks are interconnected and form stacked networks. The porosity of shallow samples ranges from 4% to 23%, with an average of 9.7%, and is characterized by a high proportion of mesopores and macropores. The porosity below 4000 m deep can reach up to 6.34%. Based on the critical burial depth observed in other basins and the correlation between coal maturity and burial depth, the top critical burial depth for effective coal rock gas accumulation in this area is determined to be at least 2500 m. On this basis, an accumulation model for coal rock gas reservoirs was established, and further, in low-to middling coal rank areas, the method for evaluating favorable coal rock gas zones were put forward. Applied the above methods, the coal rock gas favorable zones in the area were comprehensively evaluated. On the one hand, this study provides various indicator parameters for evaluating coal quality in this area, and the critical burial depth, reservoir formation model, and favorable zones offer significant guidance for the selection of target areas for coal rock gas exploration in the future. More importantly, the proposed comprehensive evaluation method serves as a technical reference for coal rock gas exploration in other basins.
塔里木盆地库车坳陷发育三叠系和侏罗系两套含煤地层。侏罗系煤具有层数多、累计厚度大、分布区域广的特点,为煤岩气的发育提供了强有力的物质基础。对库车坳陷北部构造带侏罗系煤质及储层特征进行了综合评价。评估基于岩心取样、岩屑数据和分析技术的使用,包括微观鉴定、工业分析、镜质组反射率测量、扫描电子显微镜、常规物性分析、核磁共振(NMR)检测、CT扫描和氮吸附分析。结果表明:(1)显微组分以镜质组为主,平均含量为64.06%;煤具有中高挥发物含量、超低水分、超低灰分、整体成熟度较低的特点。(2)发育多种基质孔隙和裂缝,大微裂缝构成孔隙网络的主要组成部分。这些微裂缝相互连接,形成堆叠的网络。浅层孔隙度范围为4% ~ 23%,平均为9.7%,以中孔和大孔为主。4000 m以下孔隙度可达6.34%。根据其他盆地的临界埋深观测,结合煤成熟度与埋深的相关性,确定本区煤岩有效成藏的最高临界埋深至少为2500 m。在此基础上,建立了煤岩气藏成藏模型,并在中低煤阶地区提出了煤岩气藏有利区评价方法。应用上述方法对该区煤岩气有利带进行了综合评价。一方面,本研究为该区煤质评价提供了多种指标参数,关键埋藏深度、成藏模式、有利带对今后煤岩天然气勘探目标区选择具有重要指导意义。更重要的是,本文提出的综合评价方法可为其他盆地煤岩天然气勘探提供技术参考。
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Method and application for ultra-deep carbonate reservoir quality evaluation: A case study of the Well X area in the Fuman Oilfield, Tarim Basin, China 超深层碳酸盐岩储层质量评价方法及应用——以塔里木盆地富满油田X井区为例
Pub Date : 2025-08-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.jnggs.2025.07.001
Ke Xu , Hui Zhang , Penglin Zheng , Mingjin Cai , Ziwei Qian , Jianli Qiang , Lei Liu
The Ordovician ultra-deep carbonate reservoirs in the Tarim Basin are rich in oil and gas resources. However, due to the influence of multiple periods of tectonic activity, their distribution shows strong heterogeneity. In regions characterized by fault-controlled fractures and caves, traditional reservoir quality evaluation methods based on physical property parameters are subject to considerable uncertainty. In contrast, methods incorporating geomechanical parameters show notable advantages. In this study, geomechanical parameters—such as present-day in-situ stress, elastic modulus, and natural fracture density—were quantitatively characterized. A geological model of the carbonate fracture-cavity system was established, and a reservoir quality evaluation factor was defined and calculated to enable a quantitative evaluation of ultra-deep carbonate reservoir quality. The results indicate that: (1) In fault-controlled fracture-cavity ultra-deep carbonate reservoirs, the spatial distribution of geomechanical parameters has strong heterogeneity and significantly affected by fault structure. This distribution is segmented along the fault extension direction. Both the elastic modulus and natural fracture density indicate elevated values near fault zones, while present-day in-situ stresses are relatively lower in these areas. (2) Reservoir geomechanical parameters are strongly responsive to the structural and geological characteristics of fault-controlled fracture-cavity carbonate oil and gas reservoirs. The proposed evaluation methods are effective in evaluating reservoir quality and provide a valuable geological reference and support for the efficient exploration and profitable development of fault-controlled fracture-cavity ultra-deep carbonate reservoirs.
塔里木盆地奥陶系超深层碳酸盐岩储层具有丰富的油气资源。但受多期构造活动的影响,其分布表现出较强的非均质性。在以断控裂缝和溶洞为特征的地区,传统的基于物性参数的储层质量评价方法存在较大的不确定性。相比之下,结合地质力学参数的方法具有明显的优势。在这项研究中,地质力学参数(如当前地应力、弹性模量和天然裂缝密度)被定量表征。建立了碳酸盐岩缝洞系统地质模型,定义并计算了储层质量评价因子,实现了超深层碳酸盐岩储层质量的定量评价。结果表明:(1)断裂控制缝洞型超深碳酸盐岩储层地质力学参数空间分布具有较强的非均质性,受断裂构造影响显著;这种分布沿断层伸展方向呈分段分布。弹性模量和天然裂缝密度均表明断裂带附近的数值较高,而这些地区的现今地应力相对较低。(2)储层地质力学参数对断控缝洞型碳酸盐岩油气藏的构造地质特征响应强烈。所提出的评价方法对储层质量评价是有效的,为断控缝洞型超深层碳酸盐岩储层的高效勘探和有利开发提供了有价值的地质参考和支持。
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Differences and controlling factors of pores structure between coal and shale in Longtan Formation from western Guizhou Province, China 黔西龙潭组煤与页岩孔隙结构差异及控制因素
Pub Date : 2025-08-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.jnggs.2025.07.004
Mengjiang Zhang , Zhaobiao Yang , Wei Gao , Jun Jin , Xiwei Mu , Dan Lu , Hailong Li
Transitional facies with high-frequency cycles of coal-shale-sandstone assemblages are widely developed in the Upper Permian Longtan Formation in western Guizhou Province, exhibiting significant contrasts in pore structures between coal and shale reservoirs. A comparative study was conducted on the differences in pore structure between coal and adjacent shale using coal rock samples from six typical coal bearing gas wells in Guizhou, employing analytical techniques such as geological analysis, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and low-temperature liquid nitrogen adsorption. The research results show that the specific surface area of coal is 44.2–168 m2/g, with a total pore volume of 0.024–0.065 cm3/g. These pores are primarily semi-closed and slit-shaped. The volume and specific surface area of micropores (<2 nm) have absolute advantages, and are positively correlated with the degree of thermal evolution, mainly micropores, as they are closely associated with the gas generation process. In contrast, macropores (>2 nm) exhibit strong heterogeneity, which is linked to differences in microscopic components. The specific surface area of shale is 43.2–66.6 m2/g, and the total pore volume is 0.032–0.059 cm3/g, mainly composed of inkbottle-shaped pores. The distribution of micropores and mesopores is relatively uniform, and the pore size distribution curve shows a bimodal patterns with peaks at approximately 3 nm and 30 nm. Despite structural differences, pores of <10 nm are the main contributors to the specific surface area in both coal and shale. The extractable asphalt has a significant impact on the pore space in coal, and pore volumes across all size ranges increase notably after extraction. The degree of thermal evolution and organic matter content of coal are the main influencing factors on pore structure, while the organic matter content and mineral type of shale are the main factors affecting pore structure, with thermal maturity playing a less significant role. These findings provide critical insights for the co-exploration of coalbed methane and shale gas in coal-measure systems in western Guizhou Province.
黔西地区上二叠统龙潭组广泛发育煤-页岩-砂岩组合高频旋回过渡相,煤储层与页岩储层孔隙结构差异明显。采用地质分析、扫描电镜(SEM)、低温液氮吸附等分析技术,对贵州6口典型含煤气井煤岩样品与邻页岩孔隙结构差异进行了对比研究。研究结果表明:煤的比表面积为44.2 ~ 168m2 /g,总孔隙体积为0.024 ~ 0.065 cm3/g。这些孔隙主要呈半封闭、缝状。微孔体积和比表面积(<2 nm)具有绝对优势,且与热演化程度呈正相关,主要与微孔,因为它们与生气过程密切相关。相比之下,大孔隙(> 2nm)表现出很强的非均质性,这与微观成分的差异有关。页岩比表面积为43.2 ~ 66.6 m2/g,总孔隙体积为0.032 ~ 0.059 cm3/g,主要由墨水瓶状孔隙组成。微孔和中孔的分布较为均匀,孔径分布曲线呈双峰型,峰值位于约3 nm和30 nm处。尽管在结构上存在差异,但在煤和页岩中,10nm孔隙是比表面积的主要贡献者。可提取沥青对煤的孔隙空间有显著影响,提取后各粒径范围的孔隙体积均显著增大。煤的热演化程度和有机质含量是影响孔隙结构的主要因素,页岩的有机质含量和矿物类型是影响孔隙结构的主要因素,热成熟度的作用不太显著。这些发现为黔西煤系煤层气与页岩气的协同勘探提供了重要思路。
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Geochemical properties of helium and its origin in the Indus Basin, Pakistan 巴基斯坦印度河盆地氦的地球化学性质及其成因
Pub Date : 2025-08-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.jnggs.2025.07.003
Muhammad Aslam Khan , Chenglin Liu , Zhengang Ding , Haidong Wang , Anqi Tian
The Indus Basin, one of Pakistan's most significant hydrocarbon provinces, is an underexplored region for helium resources. This study investigates the geochemical characteristics of helium in natural gas samples from the Middle and Lower Indus Basins, focusing on its concentration, isotopic composition, and relationships with other noble gases and hydrocarbons. The anomalous decrease in the helium concentration with increasing depth is attributed to the complex geochemical and geological factors influencing helium distribution, through helium migration along faults and fractures, dissolution into formation water, structural trapping in shallower reservoirs, and dilution by other gases. The results reveal a notable variation in helium concentrations, particularly in the Middle Indus Basin, where CO2-N2-rich gas samples exhibit higher helium levels. In contrast, helium concentrations in the Lower Indus Basin remain relatively uniform, regardless of depth. The isotopic analysis indicates a crustal origin for helium in the basin, with contributions from sedimentary sources and radiogenic decay within basement rocks. Isotopic ratios of 3He/4He range between 1.3 × 10−8 and 7.8 × 10−8, while 4He/20Ne ratios further distinguish basement and sedimentary contributions. The absence of correlation between helium and hydrocarbons (CH4, CO2) underscores their distinct origins and migration pathways before converging into a shared reservoir. A moderate positive association with nitrogen (N2) and lack of correlation with argon isotopes (40Ar/36Ar) highlight the complexity of noble gas accumulation dynamics.
印度河盆地是巴基斯坦最重要的碳氢化合物省之一,是一个氦资源开发不足的地区。本文研究了印度河中下游盆地天然气样品中氦的地球化学特征,重点研究了其浓度、同位素组成以及与其他稀有气体和碳氢化合物的关系。氦气浓度随深度异常降低的原因是影响氦气分布的复杂地球化学和地质因素,包括沿断层和裂缝运移、溶入地层水、浅层构造圈闭以及其他气体的稀释作用。结果揭示了氦浓度的显著变化,特别是在中印度河盆地,那里富含co2 - n2的气体样品显示出更高的氦含量。相比之下,无论深度如何,印度河下游盆地的氦浓度都保持相对均匀。同位素分析表明,盆地氦的成因为地壳,并有沉积源和基底岩石放射性衰变的贡献。3He/4He同位素比值在1.3 × 10−8 ~ 7.8 × 10−8之间,而4He/20Ne同位素比值进一步区分了基底贡献和沉积贡献。氦和碳氢化合物(CH4, CO2)之间缺乏相关性,强调了它们在汇聚成一个共享储层之前的不同起源和迁移路径。与氮气(N2)中度正相关,与氩同位素(40Ar/36Ar)缺乏相关性,凸显了稀有气体成藏动力学的复杂性。
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Characteristics of effective helium source rocks and releasing mechanism of helium 有效氦源岩特征及氦释放机制
Pub Date : 2025-06-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.jnggs.2025.05.001
Xiaofeng Wang, Dong Zhao, Dongdong Zhang, Xiaofu Li, Keyu Chen, Wenhui Liu
Different helium source rocks exhibit varying characteristics, including differences in the content and occurrence states of precursor elements such as uranium (U) and thorium (Th). In sedimentary rocks, U and Th mainly exist in adsorbed and (or) complexed states of organic matter and clay minerals. The primary migration of helium generated in sediments is liable to occur due to the lack of mineral crystal restraint. Hence, source rocks and reservoir rocks in gas pools act as the primary effective helium source rocks in sediments. In contrast, other sedimentary rocks are less effective as helium sources due to the fact that high porosity results in prolonged helium saturation, thereby restraining the desolubilization and secondary migration of helium. In igneous rocks, isomorphous U and Th are mainly enriched in silicate and phosphate minerals. Temperature is the main controlling factor affecting their primary migration. Granite, characterized by low porosity and limited helium solubility, can experience large-scale release helium under conditions of tectonic uplift and abnormally high temperatures, acting as an effective helium source rock for helium-rich natural gases. Various forms of U and Th can exist in metamorphic rocks, which have higher porosity and higher soluble helium contents than granite, but this result in greater difficulty in helium release. Although the direct source rocks and reservoirs of natural gas reservoirs are effective helium source rocks, it is difficult to form He-rich natural gas due to the influence of hydrocarbon dilution. Sufficient He supply from basin basement or mantle-derived sources is a key condition for natural gas reservoirs to be rich in He.
不同的氦源岩具有不同的特征,包括铀(U)、钍(Th)等前驱元素的含量和赋存状态的差异。在沉积岩中,U和Th主要以吸附态和(或)络合态存在于有机质和粘土矿物中。由于缺乏矿物晶体约束,沉积物中生成的氦容易发生初次迁移。因此,气藏中的烃源岩和储层岩是沉积物中主要的有效氦源岩。而其他沉积岩的高孔隙度导致氦饱和度延长,抑制了氦的脱溶和二次运移,因此作为氦源的效果较差。在火成岩中,U和Th主要富集于硅酸盐和磷矿物中。温度是影响其初次运移的主要控制因素。花岗岩孔隙度低,氦溶解度有限,在构造隆升和异常高温条件下可大规模释放氦,是富氦天然气的有效氦源岩。变质岩中可存在多种形式的U和Th,其孔隙度和可溶性氦含量均高于花岗岩,但这导致氦释放难度较大。气藏的直接烃源岩和储层虽然是有效的氦源岩,但受烃稀释作用的影响,难以形成富氦天然气。盆地基底或幔源充足的氦供应是油气富集的关键条件。
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Geochemical characteristics, origin and main controlling factors of helium gas accumulation of helium-bearing natural gas in Sulige Gas Field, Ordos Basin, China 鄂尔多斯盆地苏里格气田含氦天然气地球化学特征、成因及成藏主控因素
Pub Date : 2025-06-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.jnggs.2025.05.004
Liyong Fan , Jianshe Wei , Aiping Hu , Yuhong Li , Linze Xie , Tao Jiang , Yuxuan Zhang , Shangwei Ma
The Ordos Basin is the largest natural gas producing region in China. Recent discoveries of two helium-rich natural gas fields (Dongsheng and Qingyang) shows promising helium resource potential. Sulige Gas Field, the largest natural gas field in China, was analyzed to evaluate its helium resource potential. Comprehensive geochemical analyses were conducted, examining natural gas components, alkane gases, carbon isotopic signatures of carbon dioxide, helium concentrations, and helium isotopic ratios within the gas field. Preliminarily studies identified the geochemical characteristics of natural gas and helium in the Paleozoic strata of Sulige Gas Field, and explored the main controlling factors of helium reservoir formation. The results show that the composition of natural gas in the Upper Paleozoic is obviously different. Specifically, Upper Paleozoic natural gas exhibited typical wet gas at the mature stage and dry gas at the over-mature stage, while Lower Paleozoic natural gas is mainly dry gas with partial contribution of wet gas. The Upper Paleozoic is dominated by thermogenic natural gas, predominantly middle-late humic gas (coal-derived) originating from Carboniferous and Permian coal measure source rocks. In contrast, the Lower Paleozoic is dominated by late sapropelic dry gas and oil cracking gas. The helium concentrations in Paleozoic natural gas is higher than in conventional natural gas (0.03%), which belongs to middle helium gas, and the Upper Paleozoic is exceeding those of the Lower Paleozoic. The helium accumulation in the Sulige Gas Field is influenced by the ancient and modern structural location, the high helium generation intensity and relatively low hydrocarbon generation potential of helium source rocks (such as U–Th-rich basement granite and granite gneiss), the development of basement faults, and the complex gas–water relationship, which is favorable for the helium to dissolve out of the water and enter into the natural gas reservoirs.
鄂尔多斯盆地是中国最大的天然气产区。新近发现的两个富氦气田(东胜和庆阳)显示出巨大的氦资源潜力。对中国最大的天然气田苏里格气田进行了氦气资源潜力分析。对气田内天然气组分、烷烃气体、二氧化碳碳同位素特征、氦浓度、氦同位素比值等进行了综合地球化学分析。初步识别了苏里格气田古生界天然气和氦的地球化学特征,探讨了氦储层形成的主控因素。结果表明,上古生界天然气组成存在明显差异。其中,上古生界天然气成熟阶段表现为典型的湿气,过成熟阶段表现为典型的干气,下古生界天然气以干气为主,湿气有部分贡献。上古生界以热成因天然气为主,以石炭系和二叠系煤系烃源岩的中晚期腐殖气(煤成气)为主。下古生界以晚腐泥质干气和石油裂解气为主。古生界天然气中氦气浓度高于常规天然气(0.03%),属于中氦气,上古生界高于下古生界。古、现代构造位置、氦源岩(富u - th基底花岗岩、花岗片麻岩)生氦强度高、生烃潜力相对较低、基底断裂发育、复杂的气水关系等因素影响了苏里格气田的氦成藏,有利于氦溶解出水进入天然气储层。
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Petrophysical characterization and reservoir potential of the Lower Goru sandstone: A case study from the Sinjhoro Gas Field, Pakistan 下Goru砂岩岩石物理特征及储层潜力——以巴基斯坦Sinjhoro气田为例
Pub Date : 2025-06-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.jnggs.2025.05.002
Waseem Khan , Salman Ahmed Khattak , Saeed Anwar , Sarfraz Hussain Solangi , Licheng Wang , George Kontakiotis , S. Sahaya Jude Dhas
The primary method which has been traditionally used for assessing the hydrocarbon potential of reservoir rock involves analyzing petrophysical properties via well logs. Evaluating these properties is crucial for introducing new perspectives. This study offers a valuable case study for regional hydrocarbon evaluation, providing practical insights for exploration in the Lower Indus Basin, Pakistan. This study presents a comprehensive petrophysical evaluation of the Lower Goru Formation (LGF) located in the Sinjhoro Gas Field of Sindh, Pakistan. The characteristics of LGF reservoir are outlined, hydrocarbon potential is evaluated, and gas productivity is quantified through the analysis of density, gamma-ray, resistivity, and neutron logs, along with lateral correlation among different wells. Six significant sand masses exist that may be utilized for hydrocarbon extraction. The extensive sand area serves as the main contributor to current output from wells such as Hakeem Daho-01 and Resham-01, whereas the basal sand is the key source of production for the Well Chak-5. This study underscored the importance of leveraging these resources by showcasing the substantial hydrocarbon potential of the basal sand in Resham-01 and the extensive sand-01 in Hakeem Daho. The massive sand-01 exhibits a thickness of 10 m, with a hydrocarbon saturation of 72%, an average porosity of 11%, a shale volume of 18%, and a net thickness of 8 m. In contrast, the basal sand shows a hydrocarbon saturation of 62%, a porosity of 12%, and a net thickness of 8 m. Both are considered to possess significant reservoir potential. The data shown here has been correlated with its nearby stratigraphic equivalents dealing with the Bhuj Formation of the Kachchh Basin on India's western margin, which is important to understand and predict reservoir properties in other sandstone petroleum fields with similar properties. The conclusions of the study address issues related to reservoir characterization and facilitate the production and utilization of the significant hydrocarbon resources found in the Sinjhoro Gas Field.
传统上用于评估储层岩石含油气潜力的主要方法是通过测井分析岩石物理性质。评估这些属性对于引入新的透视图至关重要。该研究为区域油气评价提供了有价值的案例研究,为巴基斯坦下印度河盆地的勘探提供了实践见解。本文对位于巴基斯坦信德省Sinjhoro气田的下Goru组(LGF)进行了综合岩石物性评价。通过密度、伽马射线、电阻率、中子测井分析以及不同井间的横向对比,概述了LGF储层特征,评价了油气潜力,量化了产气量。存在6个可用于油气开采的重要砂体。大面积的砂层是Hakeem Daho-01和Resham-01等井目前产量的主要来源,而基底砂层是Chak-5井的主要产量来源。该研究通过展示Resham-01的基底砂和Hakeem Daho的广泛砂的巨大油气潜力,强调了利用这些资源的重要性。块状砂岩-01厚度为10 m,烃饱和度为72%,平均孔隙度为11%,页岩体积为18%,净厚度为8 m。相比之下,基底砂的烃饱和度为62%,孔隙度为12%,净厚度为8 m。两者都被认为具有巨大的储层潜力。这里显示的数据已经与印度西部边缘Kachchh盆地Bhuj组的地层等效数据相关联,这对于理解和预测其他具有类似性质的砂岩油田的储层性质非常重要。该研究的结论解决了与储层表征相关的问题,并促进了Sinjhoro气田重要油气资源的生产和利用。
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Research on the micro-pore structure and multiscale fractal characteristics of shale under supercritical CO2 action: A case study of the Chang 73 submember in the Ordos Basin, China 超临界CO2作用下页岩微观孔隙结构及多尺度分形特征研究——以鄂尔多斯盆地长73亚段为例
Pub Date : 2025-06-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.jnggs.2025.05.003
Lili Jiang , Leng Tian , Zhangxing Chen , Zechuan Wang , Wenkui Huang , Xiaolong Chai
To elucidate the mechanism of supercritical CO2 (ScCO2) on the microporous structure of shale, this study focuses on the Chang 73 submember of the Yanchang Formation in the Ordos Basin. Utilizing a combination of organic geochemical and mineral composition analyses, low-temperature gas (CO2 and N2) adsorption experiments and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) scanning methods are employed—combined with multiscale fractal theory—the research comprehensively analyze the changes in shale microporous structure and its fractal characteristics under ScCO2 treatment. The results show that after ScCO2 treatment, the total organic carbon (TOC) content of the shale samples decreases, the quartz content increases, while the contents of clay minerals and feldspar decrease. Notably, TOC and mineral components are more sensitive to pressure changes compared to temperature variations. Additionally, shale pores are mainly distributed in the micropore (0–2 nm) and mesopore (2–50 nm) ranges, contributing significantly to the specific surface area, while macropores (>50 nm), though fewer, considerably contribute to the total pore volume. Following ScCO2 treatment, the total specific surface area of shale samples decreases, whereas total pore volume, average pore diameter, and effective porosity increase. Specifically, total specific surface area and average pore diameter are more sensitive to temperature, while total pore volume and effective porosity are more influenced by pressure. The shale pores exhibit multi-scale fractal characteristics, with micropores displaying higher fractal dimensions than meso- and macropores. After ScCO2 treatment, fractal dimensions at all scales decline, indicating an improvement in the complexity of the shale pore structure. A significant positive correlation exists between the fractal dimension of micropores and TOC content, whereas meso- and macropore fractal dimensions have a stronger correlation with quartz and clay mineral content. These findings indicate that changes in shale mineral characteristics are intrinsic factors affecting microporous structure, while ScCO2 treatment conditions are important external factors. The interaction of both determines the evolution of shale pore structures, providing a valuable scientific basis and practical guidance for the optimal selection of carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) target layers.
为了阐明超临界CO2 (ScCO2)对页岩微孔结构的影响机制,本文以鄂尔多斯盆地延长组长73亚段为研究对象。结合有机地球化学和矿物成分分析、低温气体(CO2和N2)吸附实验和核磁共振(NMR)扫描等方法,结合多尺度分形理论,综合分析ScCO2处理下页岩微孔结构的变化及其分形特征。结果表明:经ScCO2处理后,页岩样品中总有机碳(TOC)含量降低,石英含量增加,粘土矿物和长石含量减少;值得注意的是,与温度变化相比,TOC和矿物成分对压力变化更为敏感。此外,页岩孔隙主要分布在微孔(0 ~ 2 nm)和中孔(2 ~ 50 nm)范围内,对比表面积的贡献较大,而大孔(50 nm)虽然较少,但对总孔容的贡献较大。ScCO2处理后,页岩样品的总比表面积减小,总孔隙体积、平均孔径和有效孔隙度增大。其中,总比表面积和平均孔径对温度更敏感,而总孔隙体积和有效孔隙度受压力影响更大。页岩孔隙具有多尺度分形特征,微孔的分形维数高于中孔和大孔;ScCO2处理后,各尺度的分形维数均下降,表明页岩孔隙结构的复杂性有所提高。微孔分形维数与TOC含量呈显著正相关,而中孔和大孔分形维数与石英和粘土矿物含量相关性较强。上述结果表明,页岩矿物特征的变化是影响微孔结构的内在因素,而ScCO2处理条件是影响微孔结构的重要外部因素。两者的相互作用决定了页岩孔隙结构的演化,为碳捕集利用与封存(CCUS)靶层的优化选择提供了有价值的科学依据和实践指导。
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Impact of pore confinement and adsorption on gas condensate critical properties confined in Marcellus Shale 孔隙约束和吸附对Marcellus页岩凝析气临界性质的影响
Pub Date : 2025-06-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.jnggs.2025.04.001
Dennis Chinamo, Xiaoqiang Bian
Gas condensate reservoirs present significant challenges in reservoir engineering due to their complex phase behavior, which is influenced by continuous compositional changes. In particular, nanopore confinement and adsorption significantly alter the thermodynamic properties of hydrocarbons, affecting phase transitions such as dew point pressure and condensate accumulation. This study investigates these effects within the Marcellus Shale formation by developing a compositional fluid model that integrates critical property shifts induced by pore confinement and adsorption. The model is compared with experimental measurements to ensure accuracy. To evaluate the impact of confinement, six fluid models were constructed using the Peng–Robinson equation of state, representing different pore sizes (1 nm, 2 nm, 5 nm, 10 nm, and 50 nm) alongside an unconfined reference case. The results demonstrate that smaller nanopores lead to significant shifts in critical pressure and temperature, ultimately delaying the onset of liquid condensation. Additionally, adsorption effects enhance reservoir pressure maintenance by storing hydrocarbons in the adsorbed phase, which desorbs as pressure declines, supplementing gas production. By incorporating confinement-induced phase behavior modifications, this research provides key insights into optimizing gas condensate production. The findings highlight the necessity of considering nanoscale confinement and adsorption effects in reservoir simulations to improve forecasting accuracy and develop more effective reservoir management strategies.
凝析气藏由于其复杂的相行为,受组分的持续变化影响,给油藏工程带来了重大挑战。特别是,纳米孔的限制和吸附显著地改变了碳氢化合物的热力学性质,影响了露点压力和凝析油积累等相变。本研究通过开发一种组合流体模型来研究Marcellus页岩地层中的这些影响,该模型整合了孔隙限制和吸附引起的关键性质变化。为了保证模型的准确性,将模型与实验结果进行了比较。为了评估约束的影响,使用Peng-Robinson状态方程构建了6个流体模型,代表不同的孔隙尺寸(1 nm, 2 nm, 5 nm, 10 nm和50 nm)以及一个无约束的参考情况。结果表明,更小的纳米孔导致临界压力和温度的显著变化,最终延迟了液体冷凝的发生。此外,吸附效应通过将碳氢化合物储存在吸附相中来增强储层压力维持能力,当压力下降时,吸附相会解吸,从而补充天然气产量。通过结合约束诱导的相行为改变,该研究为优化凝析油生产提供了关键见解。研究结果强调了在油藏模拟中考虑纳米尺度约束和吸附效应以提高预测精度和制定更有效的油藏管理策略的必要性。
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