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conceptual model
Oil & gas; Oilfield
A hypothetical model characterizing strata, generally strata deposited in one or a related set of environments. Conceptual models usually incorporate rules about possible ...
flag joint
Oil & gas; Oilfield
A joint of tubing or casing included in the string at a known position to provide a reference point for further operations. A short pup joint that registers clearly in a collar ...
liquid desiccant
Oil & gas; Oilfield
A hygroscopic liquid used to remove water and water vapor from a gas stream. Some liquid desiccants are glycols (diethylene, triethylene and tetraethylene), which are substances ...
evaporation pit
Oil & gas; Oilfield
A hole dug to contain brine for disposal by evaporation. Some evaporation pits are lined with plastic or asphalt to keep water from filtering through and contaminating nearby ...
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