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In gamma-ray logs, which elements in ordinary sedimentary rocks produce significance in gamma radiation?

  • Calcium, sodium, and iron
  • Carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen
  • Potassium, thorium, and uranium (correct)
  • Magnesium, aluminum, and silicon
  • Which type of rock typically has a higher gamma reading in gamma-ray logs?

  • Limestone
  • Shale (correct)
  • Sandstone
  • Basalt
  • Which type of well log measures the natural radioactivity produced in the rock?

  • Neutron logs
  • Sonic logs
  • Density logs
  • Gamma logs (correct)
  • Which type of well log can be done during any phase of a well's history?

    <p>Geophysical logs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do sandstones with a high content of feldspar and mica have in terms of gamma intensity?

    <p>Proportionately greater gamma intensity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do simplified neutron and gamma ray logs respond to?

    <p>Different lithologies (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In gamma-ray logs, which type of rock typically has a higher gamma reading?

    <p>Shale (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of exploration can utilize well logging for geophysical studies?

    <p>Geothermal exploration (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What elements in ordinary sedimentary rocks produce significance in gamma radiation in gamma-ray logs?

    <p>Potassium, thorium, and uranium (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor contributing to the gamma intensity of sandstones with a high content of feldspar and mica?

    <p>Presence of feldspar and mica (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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