1. Seismic Interpretation
Mitchum et al., 1977
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After seismic acquisition and processing, we have seismic interpretation
Here is where we take the images and deduce the subsurface geology
This includes:
Map faults and other structural features
Map unconformities and other major stratal surfaces
Interpret depositional environments
Infer lithofacies from reflection patterns & velocities
Predict ages of stratal units
Examine elements of the HC systems
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Determine the local geology from the subsurface images
Map faults and other structural features
Map unconformities and other major stratal surfaces
Interpret depositional environments
Infer lithofacies from reflection patterns & velocities
Predict ages of stratal units
Examine elements of the HC systems
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L 5 – Seismic Method