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reservoir characterization

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Reservoir characterization is an interdisciplinary methodological approach within geosciences and petroleum engineering focused on comprehensively describing the static and dynamic properties of subsurface hydrocarbon reservoirs. It involves integrating diverse geological, geophysical, petrophysical, and engineering data to construct models essential for evaluating resource potential, forecasting production performance, and optimizing recovery strategies.

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