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Everything from upstream to downstream is covered in this nontechnical overview of
the petroleum industry. Organized in a natural chronology, the text begins with the
geology and origins of oil and gas formation and moves through the techniques used
to find, drill, and produce oil.
The author then moves the reader through clear explanations of downstream issues
including storage, transportation, and marketing as well as refining and petrochemicals.
Special attention is given to the differences between onshore and offshore processes.
Features
- Newcomers will quickly learn petroleumindustry language and concepts
- Provides cross-training in the other disciplines
- Easy-to-grasp concepts of technology and processes
- Points out the distinctions between onshore and offshore operations
- Includes a comprehensive glossary of industry terms and buzzwords
