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    Aug 5, 2007, 11:45 AM
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    Suppose it were known that in nearby areas, Middle ordovician, pennsylvanian, and cretaceous rocks were oil-bearing. Discuss the potential for oil exploration in the area. In what specific area or areas in this region might you recommend further investigation?
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    Aug 5, 2007, 11:57 AM
    Please read THIS ANNOUNCEMENT
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    Aug 6, 2007, 09:10 PM
    you need to clarify the question. There are so many variables, structure, facies architectre, historical context, etc. In order to examine the potiential for hydrocarbon exploration, you need to consider the developmental history of the basin. Please give a little more elaboration.
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    Sep 1, 2007, 12:10 AM
    Don't let J 9 dismay you, I would love to help you, just ask a more specific question.
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    Sep 1, 2007, 01:21 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by stacey010021
    suppose it were known that in nearby areas, Middle ordovician, pennsylvanian, and cretaceous rocks were oil-bearing. Discuss the potential for oil exploration in the area. in what specific area or areas in this region might you recommend further investigation?
    Do look into what the Announcement link J9 gave says.
    Try to do some research and show us what you come up with, we will help you correct the mistakes if there seem to be any
    Or if you have any misinformation we can help clarify it.
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    Sep 1, 2007, 02:28 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by firmbeliever
    Do look into what the Announcement link J9 gave says.
    Try to do some research and show us what you come up with, we will help you correct the mistakes if there seem to be any
    or if you have any misinformation we can help clarify it.
    I agree with the answer above, and would like to add, that it would be best to follow the rules of this site if one wishes to continue posting on this site.

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