Question: Define the following, and explain how are determined. ( 5 Marks ) a . Pore pressure b . Fracture pressure c . Pressure gradient d
Define the following, and explain how are determined. Marks
a Pore pressure
b Fracture pressure
c Pressure gradient
d Mud gradient
e Safe mud window
Then support your answer with a plot that shows relation between the mentioned pressures.
Based on gathered information shown in table
a construct a plot of Pressure vs depth. Marks
b Calculate mud weight ppg SG and hydrostatic pressure for each depth. Marks
Note: Here you can use Excel software.
Table Pore pressure and fracture pressure gradients vs depth
tableDepth ftPore pressure gradient psiftFracture gradient psift
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