The physical properties of hydrocarbon reservoirs are important factors affecting the percolation ability of the reservoirs.Tight-sand reservoirs exhibit complex pore throat connectivity due to the extensive developme...The physical properties of hydrocarbon reservoirs are important factors affecting the percolation ability of the reservoirs.Tight-sand reservoirs exhibit complex pore throat connectivity due to the extensive development of micro-and nano-scale pore and throat systems.Characterizing the microscopic properties of these reservoirs using nondestructive,quantitative methods serves as an important means to determine the characteristics of microscopic pores and throats in tight-sand reservoirs and the mechanism behind the influence of these characteristics on reservoir porosity and permeability.In this study,a low-permeability sandstone sample and two tight sandstone samples collected from the Ordos Basin were nondestructively tested using high-resolution nano-CT technology to quantitively characterize their microscopic pore throat structures and model them three-dimensionally(in 3D)based on CT threshold differences and gray models.A thorough analysis and comparison reveal that the three samples exhibit a certain positive correlation between their porosity and permeability but the most important factor affecting both porosity and permeability is the microscopic pore throat structure.Although the number of pores in tight sandstones shows a minor impact on their porosity,large pores(more than 20μm)contribute predominantly to porosity,suggesting that the permeability of tight sandstones is controlled primarily by large pore throats.For these samples,higher permeability corresponds to larger average throat sizes.Therefore,throats with average radii greater than 2μm can significantly improve the permeability of tight sandstones.展开更多
To address the discrepancies between well and seismic data in stratigraphic correlation of the Triassic Yanchang Formation in the Ordos Basin,NW China,traditional stratigraphic classification schemes,the latest 3D sei...To address the discrepancies between well and seismic data in stratigraphic correlation of the Triassic Yanchang Formation in the Ordos Basin,NW China,traditional stratigraphic classification schemes,the latest 3D seismic and drilling data,and reservoir sections are thoroughly investigated.Guided by the theory of sequence stratigraphy,the progradational sequence stratigraphic framework of the Yanchang Formation is systematically constructed to elucidate new deposition mechanisms in the depressed lacustrine basin,and it has been successfully applied to the exploration and development practices in the Qingcheng Oilfield.Key findings are obtained in three aspects.First,the seismic progradational reflections,marker tuff beds,and condensed sections of flooding surfaces in the Yanchang Formation are consistent and isochronous.Using flooding surface markers as a reference,a progradational sequence stratigraphic architecture is reconstructed for the middle-upper part of Yanchang Formation,and divided into seven clinoform units(CF1-CF7).Second,progradation predominantly occurs in semi-deep to deep lake environments,with the depositional center not always coinciding with the thickest strata.The lacustrine basin underwent an evolution of“oscillatory regression-progradational infilling-multi-phase superimposition”.Third,the case study of Qingcheng Oilfield reveals that the major pay zones consist of“isochronous but heterochronous”gravity-flow sandstone complexes.Guided by the progradational sequence stratigraphic architecture,horizontal well oil-layer penetration rates remain above 82%.The progradational sequence stratigraphic architecture and associated geological insights are more consistent with the sedimentary infilling mechanisms of large-scale continental depressed lacustrine basins and actual drilling results.The research results provide crucial theoretical and technical support for subsequent refined exploration and development of the Yanchang Formation,and are expected to offer a reference for research and production practice in similar continental lacustrine basins.展开更多
The tight sandstone reservoirs in the first sub-member of Chang 7 member(Chang 71)of Triassic Yanchang Formation in the Jiyuan area,Ordos Basin,show significant variations in microscopic pore-throat structure(PTS)and ...The tight sandstone reservoirs in the first sub-member of Chang 7 member(Chang 71)of Triassic Yanchang Formation in the Jiyuan area,Ordos Basin,show significant variations in microscopic pore-throat structure(PTS)and fluid mobility due to the influences of the northeast and northwest dual provenance systems.This study performed multiple experimental analyses on nine samples from the area to determine the petrological and petrophysical properties,as well as the PTS characteristics of reservoirs in different provenance-controlled regions.On this basis,the pore-throat size distribution(PSD)obtained from high-pressure mercury injection(HPMI)was utilized to convert the NMR movable fluid T2spectrum,allowing for quantitative characterization of the full PSD and the occurrence characteristics of movable fluids.A systematic analysis was conducted on the primary controlling factors affecting fluid mobility in the reservoir.The results indicated that the lithology in the eastern and western regions is lithic arkose.The eastern sandstones,being farther from the provenance,exhibit higher contents of feldspar and lithic fragments,along with the development of more dissolution pores.The reservoir possesses good petrophysical properties,low displacement pressure,and high pore-throat connectivity and homogeneity,indicating strong fluid mobility.In contrast,the western sandstones,being nearer to the provenance,exhibit poor grain sorting,high contents of lithic fragments,strong compaction and cementation effects,resulting in poor petrophysical properties,and strong pore-throat heterogeneity,revealing weak fluid mobility.The range of full PSD in the eastern reservoir is wider than that in the western reservoir,with relatively well-developed macropores.The macropores are the primary space for occurrence of movable fluids,and controls the fluid mobility of the reservoir.The effective porosity of movable fluids(EPMF)quantitatively represents the pore space occupied by movable fluids within the reservoir and correlates well with porosity,permeability,and PTS parameters,making it a valuable parameter for evaluating fluid mobility.Under the multi-provenance system,the eastern and western reservoirs underwent different sedimentation and diagenesis processes,resulting in differential distribution of reservoir mineral components and pore types,which in turn affects the PTS heterogeneity and reservoir quality.The composition and content of reservoir minerals are intrinsic factors influencing fluid mobility,while the microscopic PTS is the primary factor controlling it.Low clay mineral content,welldeveloped macropores,and weak pore-throat heterogeneity all contribute to the storage and seepage of reservoir fluids.展开更多
Based on the analysis of surface geological survey,exploratory well,gravity-magnetic-electric and seismic data,and through mapping the sedimentary basin and its peripheral orogenic belts together,this paper explores s...Based on the analysis of surface geological survey,exploratory well,gravity-magnetic-electric and seismic data,and through mapping the sedimentary basin and its peripheral orogenic belts together,this paper explores systematically the boundary,distribution,geological structure,and tectonic attributes of the Ordos prototype basin in the geological historical periods.The results show that the Ordos block is bounded to the west by the Engorwusu Fault Zone,to the east by the Taihangshan Mountain Piedmont Fault Zone,to the north by the Solonker-Xilamuron Suture Zone,and to the south by the Shangnan-Danfeng Suture Zone.The Ordos Basin boundary was the plate tectonic boundary during the Middle Proterozoic to Paleozoic,and the intra-continental deformation boundary in the Meso-Cenozoic.The basin survived as a marine cratonic basin covering the entire Ordos block during the Middle Proterozoic to Ordovician,a marine-continental transitional depression basin enclosed by an island arc uplift belt at the plate margin during the Carboniferous to Permian,a unified intra-continental lacustrine depression basin in the Triassic,and an intra-continental cratonic basin circled by a rift system in the Cenozoic.The basin scope has been decreasing till the present.The large,widespread prototype basin controlled the exploration area far beyond the present-day sedimentary basin boundary,with multiple target plays vertically.The Ordos Basin has the characteristics of a whole petroleum(or deposition)system.The Middle Proterozoic wide-rift system as a typical basin under the overlying Phanerozoic basin and the Cambrian-Ordovician passive margin basin and intra-cratonic depression in the deep-sited basin will be the important successions for oil and gas exploration in the coming years.展开更多
The Ordos Basin(OB)in the western part of the North China Craton(NCC),was located at the jointed area of multi-plates and has recorded the Mesozoic tectonic characteristics.Its tectonic evolution in the Mesozoic is si...The Ordos Basin(OB)in the western part of the North China Craton(NCC),was located at the jointed area of multi-plates and has recorded the Mesozoic tectonic characteristics.Its tectonic evolution in the Mesozoic is significant to understand the tectonic transformation of the northern margin of the NCC.In this work,the detrital zircon and apatite(U-Th)/He chronological system were analyzed in the northern part of the OB,and have provided new evidence for the regional tectonic evolution.The(U-Th)/He chronological data states the weighted ages of 240‒235 Ma,141 Ma with the peak distribution of 244 Ma,219 Ma,173 Ma,147‒132 Ma.The thermal evolution,geochronological data,and regional unconformities have proved four stages of regional tectonic evolution for the OB and its surroundings in the Mesozoic:(1)The Late Permian-Early Triassic;(2)the Late Triassic-Early Jurassic;(3)the Late Jurassic-Early Cretaceous;(4)the Late Cretaceous-Early Paleogene.It is indicated that the multi-directional convergence from the surrounding tectonic units has controlled the Mesozoic tectonic evolution of the OB.Four-stage tectonic evolution reflected the activation or end of different plate movements and provided new time constraints for the regional tectonic evolution of the NCC in the Mesozoic.展开更多
Based on recent advancements in shale oil exploration within the Ordos Basin,this study presents a comprehensive investigation of the paleoenvironment,lithofacies assemblages and distribution,depositional mechanisms,a...Based on recent advancements in shale oil exploration within the Ordos Basin,this study presents a comprehensive investigation of the paleoenvironment,lithofacies assemblages and distribution,depositional mechanisms,and reservoir characteristics of shale oil of fine-grained sediment deposition in continental freshwater lacustrine basins,with a focus on the Chang 7_(3) sub-member of Triassic Yanchang Formation.The research integrates a variety of exploration data,including field outcrops,drilling,logging,core samples,geochemical analyses,and flume simulation.The study indicates that:(1)The paleoenvironment of the Chang 7_(3) deposition is characterized by a warm and humid climate,frequent monsoon events,and a large water depth of freshwater lacustrine basin.The paleogeomorphology exhibits an asymmetrical pattern,with steep slopes in the southwest and gentle slopes in the northeast,which can be subdivided into microgeomorphological units,including depressions and ridges in lakebed,as well as ancient channels.(2)The Chang 7_(3) sub-member is characterized by a diverse array of fine-grained sediments,including very fine sandstone,siltstone,mudstone and tuff.These sediments are primarily distributed in thin interbedded and laminated arrangements vertically.The overall grain size of the sandstone predominantly falls below 62.5μm,with individual layer thicknesses of 0.05–0.64 m.The deposits contain intact plant fragments and display various sedimentary structure,such as wavy bedding,inverse-to-normal grading sequence,and climbing ripple bedding,which indicating a depositional origin associated with density flows.(3)Flume simulation experiments have successfully replicated the transport processes and sedimentary characteristics associated with density flows.The initial phase is characterized by a density-velocity differential,resulting in a thicker,coarser sediment layer at the flow front,while the upper layers are thinner and finer in grain size.During the mid-phase,sliding water effects cause the fluid front to rise and facilitate rapid forward transport.This process generates multiple“new fronts”,enabling the long-distance transport of fine-grained sandstones,such as siltstone and argillaceous siltstone,into the center of the lake basin.(4)A sedimentary model primarily controlled by hyperpynal flows was established for the southwestern part of the basin,highlighting that the frequent occurrence of flood events and the steep slope topography in this area are primary controlling factors for the development of hyperpynal flows.(5)Sandstone and mudstone in the Chang 7_(3) sub-member exhibit micro-and nano-scale pore-throat systems,shale oil is present in various lithologies,while the content of movable oil varies considerably,with sandstone exhibiting the highest content of movable oil.(6)The fine-grained sediment complexes formed by multiple episodes of sandstones and mudstones associated with density flow in the Chang 7_(3) formation exhibit characteristics of“overall oil-bearing with differential storage capacity”.The combination of mudstone with low total organic carbon content(TOC)and siltstone is identified as the most favorable exploration target at present.展开更多
Based on the coalbed methane(CBM)/coal-rock gas(CRG)geological,geophysical,and experimental testing data from the Daji block in the Ordos Basin,the coal-forming and hydrocarbon generation&accumulation characterist...Based on the coalbed methane(CBM)/coal-rock gas(CRG)geological,geophysical,and experimental testing data from the Daji block in the Ordos Basin,the coal-forming and hydrocarbon generation&accumulation characteristics across different zones were dissected,and the key factors controlling the differential CBM/CRG enrichment were identified.The No.8 coal seam of the Carboniferous Benxi Formation in the Daji block is 8-10 m thick,typically overlain by limestone.The primary hydrocarbon generation phase occurred during the Early Cretaceous.Based on the differences in tectonic evolution and CRG occurrence,and with the maximum vitrinite reflectance of 2.0%and burial depth of 1800 m as boundaries,the study area is divided into deeply buried and deeply preserved,deeply buried and shallowly preserved,and shallowly buried and shallowly preserved zones.The deeply buried and deeply preserved zone contains gas content of 22-35 m^(3)/t,adsorbed gas saturation of 95%-100%,and formation water with total dissolved solid(TDS)higher than 50000 mg/L.This zone features structural stability and strong sealing capacity,with high gas production rates.The deeply buried and shallowly preserved zone contains gas content of 16-20 m^(3)/t,adsorbed gas saturation of 80%-95%,and formation water with TDS of 5000-50000 mg/L.This zone exhibits localized structural modification and hydrodynamic sealing,with moderate gas production rate.The shallowly buried and shallowly preserved zone contains gas content of 8-16 m^(3)/t,adsorbed gas saturation of 50%-70%,and formation water with TDS lower than 5000 mg/L.This zone experienced intense uplift,resulting in poor sealing and secondary alteration of the primary gas reservoir,with partial adsorbed gas loss,and low gas production rate.A depositional unification and structural divergence model is proposed,that is,although coal seams across the basin experienced broadly similar depositional and tectonic histories,differences in tectonic intensity have led to spatial heterogeneity in the maximum burial depth(i.e.,thermal maturity of coal)and current burial depth and occurrence of CRG(i.e.,gas content and occurrence state).The research results provide valuable guidance for advancing the theoretical understanding of CBM/CRG enrichment and for improving exploration and development practices.展开更多
Clarifying the mechanisms through which coal mining affects groundwater storage(GWS)variations is crucial for water resource conservation and sustainable development.The Ordos Mining Region in China,a key energy base ...Clarifying the mechanisms through which coal mining affects groundwater storage(GWS)variations is crucial for water resource conservation and sustainable development.The Ordos Mining Region in China,a key energy base in China with significant strategic importance,has undergone intensive coal mining activities that have substantially disrupted regional groundwater circulation.This study integrated data from the Gravity Recovery and Climate Experiment Satellite(GRACE)and Famine Early Warning Systems Network(FEWS NET)Land Data Assimilation System(FLDAS)models,combined with weighted downscaling methodology and water balance principles,to reconstruct high-resolution(0.01°)terrestrial water storage(TWS)and GWS changes in the Ordos Mining Region,China from April 2002 to December 2021.The accuracy of GWS variations were validated through pumping test measurements.Subsequently,Geodetector analysis was implemented to quantify the contributions of natural and anthropogenic factors to groundwater storage dynamics.Key findings include:1)TWS in the study area showed a fluctuating but overall decreasing trend,with a total reduction of 8901.11 mm during study period.The most significant annual decrease occurred in 2021,reaching 1696.77 mm.2)GWS exhibited an accelerated decline,with an average annual change rate of 44.35 mm/yr,totaling a decrease of 887.05 mm.The lowest annual groundwater storage level was recorded in 2020,reaching 185.69 mm.3)Precipitation(PRE)contributed the most to GWS variation(q=0.52),followed by coal mining water consumption(MWS)(q=0.41).The interaction between PRE and MWS exhibited a nonlinear enhancement effect on GWS changes(0.54).The synergistic effect of natural hydrological factors has a great influence on the change of GWS,but coal mining water consumption will continue to reduce GWS.These findings provide critical references for the management and regulation of groundwater resource in mining regions.展开更多
Biomass and net primary productivity （NPP） are two important parameters in determining ecosystem carbon pool and carbon sequestration. The biomass storage and NPP in desert shrubland of Artemisia ordosica on Ordos P...Biomass and net primary productivity （NPP） are two important parameters in determining ecosystem carbon pool and carbon sequestration. The biomass storage and NPP in desert shrubland of Artemisia ordosica on Ordos Plateau were investigated with method of harvesting standard size shrub in the growing season （June-October） of 2006. Results indicated that above- and belowground biomass of the same size shrubs showed no significant variation in the growing season （p〉0.1）, but annual biomass varied significantly （p〈 0.01）. In the A. ordosica community, shrub biomass storage was 699.76-1246.40 g.m^-2 and annual aboveground NPP was 224.09 g-m^-2·a^-1. Moreover, shrub biomass and NPP were closely related with shrub dimensions （cover and height） and could be well predicted by shrub volume using power regression.展开更多
On May 16th,the press conference of the 8th China(ORDOS)International Cashmere and Wool Exhibition organized by China Wool Textile Association was held in Inner Mongolia Grand Hotel in Beijing.The 8th China(ORDOS)Inte...On May 16th,the press conference of the 8th China(ORDOS)International Cashmere and Wool Exhibition organized by China Wool Textile Association was held in Inner Mongolia Grand Hotel in Beijing.The 8th China(ORDOS)International Cashmere and Wool Exhibition will be held in the National Fitness Center of Dongsheng District,Ordos City from July 18th to 20th with the theme of“Cashmere Chain Links the World,Intelligence Empowers the Future”.展开更多
Recent studies have highlighted the presence of lithium enrichment in coals within the Ordos Basin,which has garnered significant attention due to the potential economic value.However,most research has concentrated pr...Recent studies have highlighted the presence of lithium enrichment in coals within the Ordos Basin,which has garnered significant attention due to the potential economic value.However,most research has concentrated primarily on the coal seams of the Taiyuan and Shanxi formations,with limited reports on the Benxi Formation.To address this gap,our study focused on elucidating the geochemical characteristics and origins of the lithium enrichment in the No.8 coal of the Benxi Formation through the use of optical microscopy and inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry(ICP-MS).The results showed that the No.8 coal was a bituminous coal,characterized by medium ash yield,low volatile matter,high total sulfur content and medium vitrinite proportion.The No.8 coal was enriched in Li(average 91.7 ppm,CC=6.55)and Zr(average 191 ppm,CC=5.30),the unusual enrichment of Li being primarily located in the middle of the coal.The minerals in the coal were predominantly clay minerals,along with minor amounts of pyrite,quartz and calcite.The occurrence mode of Li in the No.8 coal was associated with aluminosilicate minerals,presumably kaolinite.Based on geochemical characteristics,the sedimentary source of the No.8 coal was intermediate-felsic volcanic rock from the Yinshan oldland.The enrichment of Li can be attributed to the supply of terrestrial debris from the Yinshan oldland and the depositional environment.Our analysis identifies three distinct stages of lithium enrichment,emphasizing the critical role played by the terrestrial debris,as well as the acidic to partially reducing conditions,in facilitating this process.In conclusion,our study sheds light on the mechanisms underlying lithium enrichment in the No.8 coal of the Benxi Formation,highlighting the significance of geological factors in shaping the distribution and concentration of critical metals in coal.展开更多
This study systematically reviews the development history and key technological breakthroughs of large gas fields in the Ordos Basin,and summarizes the development models of three gas reservoir types,low-permeability ...This study systematically reviews the development history and key technological breakthroughs of large gas fields in the Ordos Basin,and summarizes the development models of three gas reservoir types,low-permeability carbonate,low-permeability sandstone and tight sandstone,as well as the progress in deep coal-rock gas development.The current challenges and future development directions are also discussed.Mature development models have been formed for the three representative types of gas reservoirs in the Ordos Basin:(1)Low-permeability carbonate reservoir development model featuring groove fine-scale characterization and three-dimensional vertical succession between Upper and Lower Paleozoic formations.(2)Low-permeability sandstone reservoir development model emphasizing horizontal well pressure-depletion production and vertical well pressure-controlled production.(3)Tight sandstone gas reservoir development model focusing on single-well productivity enhancement and well placement optimization.In deep coal-rock gas development,significant progress has been achieved in reservoir evaluation,sweet spot prediction,and geosteering of horizontal wells.The three types of reservoirs have entered the mid-to-late stages of the development,when the main challenge lies in accurately characterizing residual gas,evaluating secondary gas-bearing layers,and developing precise potential-tapping strategies.In contrast,for the early-stage development of deep coal-rock gas,continuous technological upgrades and cost reduction are essential to achieving economically viable large-scale development.Four key directions of future research and technological breakthroughs are proposed:(1)Utilizing dual-porosity(fracture-matrix)modeling techniques in low-permeability carbonate reservoirs to delineate the volume and distribution of remaining gas in secondary pay zones,supporting well pattern optimization and production enhancement of existing wells.(2)Integrating well-log and seismic data to characterize reservoir spatial distribution of successive strata,enhancing drilling success rates in low-permeability sandstone reservoirs.(3)Utilizing the advantages of horizontal wells to penetrate effective reservoirs laterally,achieving meter-scale quantification of small-scale single sand bodies in tight gas reservoirs,and applying high-resolution 3D geological models to clarify the distribution of remaining gas and guide well placement optimization.(4)Further strengthening the evaluation of deep coal-rock gas in terms of resource potential,well type and pattern,reservoir stimulation,single-well performance,and economic viability.展开更多
Based on the test and experimental data from exploration well cores of the Upper Paleozoic in the central-eastern Ordos Basin,combined with structural,burial depth and fluid geochemistry analyses,this study reveals th...Based on the test and experimental data from exploration well cores of the Upper Paleozoic in the central-eastern Ordos Basin,combined with structural,burial depth and fluid geochemistry analyses,this study reveals the fluid characteristics,gas accumulation control factors and accumulation modes in the Upper Paleozoic coal reservoirs.The study indicates findings in two aspects.First,the 1500-1800 m interval represents the critical transition zone between open fluid system in shallow-medium depths and closed fluid system in deep depths.The reservoirs above 1500 m reflect intense water invasion,with discrete pressure gradient distribution,and the presence of methane mixed with varying degrees of secondary biogenic gas,and they generally exhibit high water saturation and adsorbed gas undersaturation.The reservoirs deeper than 1800 m,with extremely low permeability,are self-sealed,and contains closed fluid systems formed jointly by the hydrodynamic lateral blocking and tight caprock confinement.Within these systems,surface runoff infiltration is weak,the degree of secondary fluid transformation is minimal,and the pressure gradient is relatively uniform.The adsorbed gas saturation exceeds 100%in most seams,and the free gas content primarily ranges from 1 m^(3)/t to 8 m^(3)/t(greater than 10 m^(3)/t in some seams).Second,the gas accumulation in deep coals is primarily controlled by coal quality,reservoir-caprock assemblage,and structural position governed storage,wettability and sealing properties,under the constraints of the underground temperature and pressure conditions.High-rank,low-ash yield coals with limestone and mudstone caprocks show superior gas accumulation potential.Positive structural highs and wide and gentle negative structural lows are favorable sites for gas enrichment,while slope belts of fold limbs exhibit relatively lower gas content.This research enhances understanding of gas accumulation mechanisms in coal reservoirs and provides effective parameter reference for precise zone evaluation and innovation of adaptive stimulation technologies for deep resources.展开更多
Based on the investigation of sedimentary filling characteristics and pool-forming factors of the Mesozoic in the Ordos Basin,the whole petroleum system in the Mesozoic is divided,the migration&accumulation charac...Based on the investigation of sedimentary filling characteristics and pool-forming factors of the Mesozoic in the Ordos Basin,the whole petroleum system in the Mesozoic is divided,the migration&accumulation characteristics and main controlling factors of conventional-unconventional hydrocarbons are analyzed,and the whole petroleum system model is established.First,the whole petroleum system developed in the Mesozoic takes the high-quality source rocks of the 7th member of the Triassic Yanchang Formation as the core and mainly consists of low-permeability and unconventional oil and gas reservoirs.It can be divided into four hydrocarbon accumulation domains,including intra-source retained hydrocarbon accumulation domain,near-source tight hydrocarbon accumulation domain,far-source conventional hydrocarbon accumulation domain and transitional hydrocarbon accumulation domain,which together form a continuous,symbiotic,and orderly accumulation entity wherein unconventional resources significantly outweigh conventional ones in proportion.Second,the spatial core area of sedimentary filling is the oil-rich core of the whole petroleum system.From the core to the periphery,the reservoir type evolves as shale oil→tight oil→conventional oil,the accumulation power is dominated by overpressure→buoyancy or overpressure and capillary force,the accumulation scale changes from extensive hundreds of millions of tons to a isolated hundreds of thousands-million of tons,and the gas-oil ratio and methane content decrease.Third,the sedimentary filling system provides the material basis and spatial framework for the whole petroleum system,the superimposed sand body,fault and unconformity constitute the dominant migration pathway of hydrocarbons in the far-source conventional hydrocarbon accumulation domain and the transitional hydrocarbon accumulation domain,the high-quality source rocks provide a solid resource basis for shale oil,and the micro-nano pore throat-fracture network constitute unconventional accumulation space.The hydrocarbon migration and accumulation process is mainly controlled by intense expulsion of hydrocarbon under overpressure in the pool-forming stage and the in-situ re-enrichment controlled by underpressure in post-pool-forming stage.The oil-gas enrichment and long-term preservation depends on the coordination among three factors(stable geological structure,multi-cycle sedimentation,and dual self-sealing).Fourth,the whole petroleum system model is defined as four domains,overpressure+underpressure drive,and dual self-sealing.展开更多
Lacustrine shale oil reservoirs of the Upper Triassic Chang 7 Member in the Ordos Basin have demonstrated significant potential for hydrocarbon resources.Natural fractures play a crucial role in hydrocarbon enrichment...Lacustrine shale oil reservoirs of the Upper Triassic Chang 7 Member in the Ordos Basin have demonstrated significant potential for hydrocarbon resources.Natural fractures play a crucial role in hydrocarbon enrichment and production.Outcrops,cores,borehole image logs,thin sections,and FE-SEM images were used to investigate the types and characteristics of natural fractures in the Chang 7 Member.The factors controlling fracture development and the mechanisms of bedding-parallel fracture formation were revealed by integrating TOC analysis,XRD analysis,and rock pyrolysis.Results show that natural fractures in the study area include high-angle tectonic fractures and nearly horizontal bedding-parallel fractures.Brittle minerals and bed thickness control the occurrence and attributes of tectonic fractures.High TOC content and thermal maturity positively affect the development of bedding-parallel fractures,formed through the conversion of organic matter to hydrocarbons or the smectite-to-illite transformation.Additionally,the dominant orientations of tectonic fractures intersect the present-day maximum horizontal principal stress at a small angle,resulting in large apertures and good effectiveness.Bedding-parallel fractures contribute to enhance porosity and provide favorable pathways for lateral hydrocarbon migration.Collectively,this study could provide valuable insights for finding promising exploration areas in lacustrine shale oil reservoirs in the Ordos Basin and worldwide.展开更多
The Ordos Basin was recognized as the earliest terrestrial aquatic ecosystem to recover following Permian-Triassic mass extinction,significantly contributing to organic carbon sequestration during the early Mesozoic e...The Ordos Basin was recognized as the earliest terrestrial aquatic ecosystem to recover following Permian-Triassic mass extinction,significantly contributing to organic carbon sequestration during the early Mesozoic era.Volcanic activity has increased the organic carbon burial capacity of the third submember of Ch7(Ch7_(3))within this basin,although it has both positive and negative effects on organic carbon burial.In this study,we quantitatively characterized the organic carbon burial process by calculating the organic carbon accumulation rate(OCAR)and proposed an optimal sedimentary model influenced by volcanic activity.We conducted time series analysis on gamma ray(GR)data from Ch7_(3) to determine sedimentation rates(SRs) while measuring the density of each sample via hydrostatic methods.By integrating these measurements with the total organic carbon(TOC)content,we established a dynamic OCAR for Ch7_(3)(χ=0.68 g/(cm^(2)·kyr))and estimated that it sequestered 0.27 Tt of organic carbon.Our findings indicate that the OCAR under eunixic conditions(χ=1.02 g/(cm^(2)·kyr))is 2.49 times greater than that under ferruginous conditions(χ=0.41 g/(cm^(2)·kyr)).The geochemical identification fingerprints of volcanism suggest that the top of Ch7_(3) is influenced by volcanoes of appropriate intensity.In this sedimentary model,the dilution of organic matter(OM)by rapidly deposited volcanic ash is relatively low.Additionally,the cumulative effect of chemical weathering intensity due to volcanic activity leads to the input of nutrients from continental sources into the lake basin.This process promotes increased productivity,resulting in a significant increase in the OCAR(χ=0.76 g/(cm^(2)·kyr)).This study provides new insights for dynamically assessing the impact of geological events on the OCAR.展开更多
Groundwater is essential for maintaining public health,promoting economic development,and ensuring ecosystem stability in arid and semi-arid regions.The northwestern Ordos Basin(China)primarily relies on groundwater f...Groundwater is essential for maintaining public health,promoting economic development,and ensuring ecosystem stability in arid and semi-arid regions.The northwestern Ordos Basin(China)primarily relies on groundwater from multilayered aquifer systems;however,our knowledge of the hydrochemical characteristics and water quality of groundwater in this region is limited.Here,we employed a newly collected dataset of 94 groundwater samples from different aquifers to constrain the source,controlling processes of fluoride in groundwater,and its potential health risk in the area.Groundwater is characterized by Na-Cl and Na-SO_(4) types with a minor Na-HCO_(3) type,which is primarily controlled by ion exchange,silicate weathering,and the dissolution of carbonate and evaporite minerals.Of the groundwater samples,42%exceeded the fluoride limit of 1.5 mg/L established by the World Health Organization(WHO).This is mainly attributed to geogenic sources,including fluorine-bearing mineral dissolution,cation exchange,evaporation,and competitive adsorption.The water quality index suggests that most samples are unsuitable for drinking.Health risk assessment results based on the Monte Carlo simulation indicate that children face significantly higher non-carcinogenic health risks from fluoride exposure than adults(both males and females).These findings provide new insights into the complex hydrogeochemical evolution of fluoride in groundwater and the groundwater quality status in multi-aquifer systems,contributing to the sustainable development and management of groundwater resources in the Ordos Basin.展开更多
In recent years,fueled by significant advancements in oil exploration technologies within the Ordos Basin,an increasing number of low-permeability or ultra-low-permeability reservoirs have been identified.Elucidating ...In recent years,fueled by significant advancements in oil exploration technologies within the Ordos Basin,an increasing number of low-permeability or ultra-low-permeability reservoirs have been identified.Elucidating their reservoir characteristics and formation mechanisms has become a critical priority for sustainable hydrocarbon development.The study focused on the Chang 6 Member of the Upper Triassic Yanchang Formation in the Heshui area of the Ordos Basin,systematically investigating its petrological features,porosity and permeability characteristics,diagenesis,and diagenetic evolution sequence.By integrating core observation,thin-section identification,and physical property measurements,a comprehensive quantitative evaluation of reservoir pore evolution was performed.These analytical outcomes were subsequently applied to simulate hydrocarbon migration and accumulation.These research results will provide a scientific basis for in-depth quantitative study of the pore evolution in ultra-low-permeability oil reservoirs and accurately constructing basin models.As indicated,the reservoir lithology in the study area predominantly comprises siltstone interbedded with mudstone or argillaceous siltstone,characterized by low porosity and permeability.Through diagenetic characteristics-based reconstruction constrained by the existing porosity data,pore evolution during diagenesis was quantitatively modeled.The simulated pore evolution aligns with actual geological observations,validating the reliability of the methodology.Furthermore,the quantified pore evolution results were applied to simulate hydrocarbon migration using PetroMod software,showing that hydrocarbon charging in the basin began at the end of the Late Jurassic(J3),peaking in hydrocarbon generation,expulsion,and accumulation by the end of the Early Cretaceous(K1)and maintaining high accumulation rates until the late Cretaceous,though significantly decreasing at the present stage.The simulation results were verified by comparison with actual drilling data,which confirms their reliability and applicability to other analogous oilfields.展开更多
The formation of Mesozoic natural gas in the Pengyang area of southwestern Ordos Basin is discussed,from the perspective of microbial community characteristics,in order to clarify the relationship between the origin o...The formation of Mesozoic natural gas in the Pengyang area of southwestern Ordos Basin is discussed,from the perspective of microbial community characteristics,in order to clarify the relationship between the origin of natural gas and its associated indigenous microbial community.The types and diversity of indigenous microbial communities associated with the oil reservoir were studied by means of collecting reservoir formation water samples from exploration wells.The indigenous microbial communities in the Chang 8 member of the Yanchang Formation were primarily distributed within Proteobacteria and Firmicutes,including the specific species and genera of Methylobacter,Pseudomonas,Haibacter,Toxobacillus,Acinetobacter and Adura actinomyces.The results of diversity analysis shows that the number of common genes was 5448,while the number of unique genes and information was less.This reflects the fact that the strata in the study area are relatively closed and not invaded by external water sources,which leads to the development of biological community diversity.In conjunction with the analysis of geochemical characteristics of oil and gas reservoirs in this area,this indicates that the study area possesses the necessary geological conditions for microbial degradation.It is the first time that the species and diversity of the indigenous microbial community in the Ordos Basin have been analyzed,showing that microbial degradation is the main cause of natural gas formation here,changes the characteristics of crude oil in this area and provides first-hand information on the impact of indigenous microorganisms on the reservoir.展开更多
Carbonate reservoirs are known for their complex pore structures,which lead to variable elastic behaviors and seismic responses.These variations pose significant challenges for seismic interpretation of carbonate rese...Carbonate reservoirs are known for their complex pore structures,which lead to variable elastic behaviors and seismic responses.These variations pose significant challenges for seismic interpretation of carbonate reservoirs.Therefore,quantitative characterization of pore structure is crucial for accurate fluid detection and reservoir property estimation.To address the complexity of pore geometry and the uneven fluid distribution in tight carbonate reservoirs,we develop a triple-pore effective medium model by integrating the extended Keys-Xu model with the Gassmann-Hill equation.Comparison between the theoretical modeling results and an available laboratory data set verifies the effectiveness of this model in pore type quantification.Based on this calibrated model,we propose a novel two-step triple pore-type inversion strategy with varying pore aspect ratio via a grid-searching algorithm.We apply this method to well logs and 3D seismic data from the tight carbonate reservoirs of the Ordovician Majiagou formation in the Ordos Basin.The good agreement between pore-type estimates and logging interpretation results suggests that our method significantly improves the accuracy of porosity estimates for different pore types,outperforming the pore-type inversion method with fixed pore aspect ratios.The successful application to seismic data also demonstrates that the proposed method provides a reliable distribution of pore types in tight carbonate reservoirs,confirming its applicability and feasibility in seismic pore-type estimation.This method not only facilitates the recognition of complex pore geometries but also provides valuable insights for accurate detection of high-quality reservoirs.展开更多
文摘The physical properties of hydrocarbon reservoirs are important factors affecting the percolation ability of the reservoirs.Tight-sand reservoirs exhibit complex pore throat connectivity due to the extensive development of micro-and nano-scale pore and throat systems.Characterizing the microscopic properties of these reservoirs using nondestructive,quantitative methods serves as an important means to determine the characteristics of microscopic pores and throats in tight-sand reservoirs and the mechanism behind the influence of these characteristics on reservoir porosity and permeability.In this study,a low-permeability sandstone sample and two tight sandstone samples collected from the Ordos Basin were nondestructively tested using high-resolution nano-CT technology to quantitively characterize their microscopic pore throat structures and model them three-dimensionally(in 3D)based on CT threshold differences and gray models.A thorough analysis and comparison reveal that the three samples exhibit a certain positive correlation between their porosity and permeability but the most important factor affecting both porosity and permeability is the microscopic pore throat structure.Although the number of pores in tight sandstones shows a minor impact on their porosity,large pores(more than 20μm)contribute predominantly to porosity,suggesting that the permeability of tight sandstones is controlled primarily by large pore throats.For these samples,higher permeability corresponds to larger average throat sizes.Therefore,throats with average radii greater than 2μm can significantly improve the permeability of tight sandstones.
基金Supported by the National Science and Technology Major Project(2017ZX05001)CNPC Technology Project(2023YQX20111).
文摘To address the discrepancies between well and seismic data in stratigraphic correlation of the Triassic Yanchang Formation in the Ordos Basin,NW China,traditional stratigraphic classification schemes,the latest 3D seismic and drilling data,and reservoir sections are thoroughly investigated.Guided by the theory of sequence stratigraphy,the progradational sequence stratigraphic framework of the Yanchang Formation is systematically constructed to elucidate new deposition mechanisms in the depressed lacustrine basin,and it has been successfully applied to the exploration and development practices in the Qingcheng Oilfield.Key findings are obtained in three aspects.First,the seismic progradational reflections,marker tuff beds,and condensed sections of flooding surfaces in the Yanchang Formation are consistent and isochronous.Using flooding surface markers as a reference,a progradational sequence stratigraphic architecture is reconstructed for the middle-upper part of Yanchang Formation,and divided into seven clinoform units(CF1-CF7).Second,progradation predominantly occurs in semi-deep to deep lake environments,with the depositional center not always coinciding with the thickest strata.The lacustrine basin underwent an evolution of“oscillatory regression-progradational infilling-multi-phase superimposition”.Third,the case study of Qingcheng Oilfield reveals that the major pay zones consist of“isochronous but heterochronous”gravity-flow sandstone complexes.Guided by the progradational sequence stratigraphic architecture,horizontal well oil-layer penetration rates remain above 82%.The progradational sequence stratigraphic architecture and associated geological insights are more consistent with the sedimentary infilling mechanisms of large-scale continental depressed lacustrine basins and actual drilling results.The research results provide crucial theoretical and technical support for subsequent refined exploration and development of the Yanchang Formation,and are expected to offer a reference for research and production practice in similar continental lacustrine basins.
文摘The tight sandstone reservoirs in the first sub-member of Chang 7 member(Chang 71)of Triassic Yanchang Formation in the Jiyuan area,Ordos Basin,show significant variations in microscopic pore-throat structure(PTS)and fluid mobility due to the influences of the northeast and northwest dual provenance systems.This study performed multiple experimental analyses on nine samples from the area to determine the petrological and petrophysical properties,as well as the PTS characteristics of reservoirs in different provenance-controlled regions.On this basis,the pore-throat size distribution(PSD)obtained from high-pressure mercury injection(HPMI)was utilized to convert the NMR movable fluid T2spectrum,allowing for quantitative characterization of the full PSD and the occurrence characteristics of movable fluids.A systematic analysis was conducted on the primary controlling factors affecting fluid mobility in the reservoir.The results indicated that the lithology in the eastern and western regions is lithic arkose.The eastern sandstones,being farther from the provenance,exhibit higher contents of feldspar and lithic fragments,along with the development of more dissolution pores.The reservoir possesses good petrophysical properties,low displacement pressure,and high pore-throat connectivity and homogeneity,indicating strong fluid mobility.In contrast,the western sandstones,being nearer to the provenance,exhibit poor grain sorting,high contents of lithic fragments,strong compaction and cementation effects,resulting in poor petrophysical properties,and strong pore-throat heterogeneity,revealing weak fluid mobility.The range of full PSD in the eastern reservoir is wider than that in the western reservoir,with relatively well-developed macropores.The macropores are the primary space for occurrence of movable fluids,and controls the fluid mobility of the reservoir.The effective porosity of movable fluids(EPMF)quantitatively represents the pore space occupied by movable fluids within the reservoir and correlates well with porosity,permeability,and PTS parameters,making it a valuable parameter for evaluating fluid mobility.Under the multi-provenance system,the eastern and western reservoirs underwent different sedimentation and diagenesis processes,resulting in differential distribution of reservoir mineral components and pore types,which in turn affects the PTS heterogeneity and reservoir quality.The composition and content of reservoir minerals are intrinsic factors influencing fluid mobility,while the microscopic PTS is the primary factor controlling it.Low clay mineral content,welldeveloped macropores,and weak pore-throat heterogeneity all contribute to the storage and seepage of reservoir fluids.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(42330810)Major Science and Technology Project of PetroChina Changqing Oilfield Company(ZDZX2021-01).
文摘Based on the analysis of surface geological survey,exploratory well,gravity-magnetic-electric and seismic data,and through mapping the sedimentary basin and its peripheral orogenic belts together,this paper explores systematically the boundary,distribution,geological structure,and tectonic attributes of the Ordos prototype basin in the geological historical periods.The results show that the Ordos block is bounded to the west by the Engorwusu Fault Zone,to the east by the Taihangshan Mountain Piedmont Fault Zone,to the north by the Solonker-Xilamuron Suture Zone,and to the south by the Shangnan-Danfeng Suture Zone.The Ordos Basin boundary was the plate tectonic boundary during the Middle Proterozoic to Paleozoic,and the intra-continental deformation boundary in the Meso-Cenozoic.The basin survived as a marine cratonic basin covering the entire Ordos block during the Middle Proterozoic to Ordovician,a marine-continental transitional depression basin enclosed by an island arc uplift belt at the plate margin during the Carboniferous to Permian,a unified intra-continental lacustrine depression basin in the Triassic,and an intra-continental cratonic basin circled by a rift system in the Cenozoic.The basin scope has been decreasing till the present.The large,widespread prototype basin controlled the exploration area far beyond the present-day sedimentary basin boundary,with multiple target plays vertically.The Ordos Basin has the characteristics of a whole petroleum(or deposition)system.The Middle Proterozoic wide-rift system as a typical basin under the overlying Phanerozoic basin and the Cambrian-Ordovician passive margin basin and intra-cratonic depression in the deep-sited basin will be the important successions for oil and gas exploration in the coming years.
基金This study was jointly supported by the Science&Technology Fundamental Resources Investigation Program(2022FY101800)National Science Foundation(92162212)+1 种基金the project from the Key Laboratory of Tectonics and Petroleum Resources(China University of Geosciences,Wuhan)(TPR-2022-22)the International Geoscience Programme(IGCP-675)。
文摘The Ordos Basin(OB)in the western part of the North China Craton(NCC),was located at the jointed area of multi-plates and has recorded the Mesozoic tectonic characteristics.Its tectonic evolution in the Mesozoic is significant to understand the tectonic transformation of the northern margin of the NCC.In this work,the detrital zircon and apatite(U-Th)/He chronological system were analyzed in the northern part of the OB,and have provided new evidence for the regional tectonic evolution.The(U-Th)/He chronological data states the weighted ages of 240‒235 Ma,141 Ma with the peak distribution of 244 Ma,219 Ma,173 Ma,147‒132 Ma.The thermal evolution,geochronological data,and regional unconformities have proved four stages of regional tectonic evolution for the OB and its surroundings in the Mesozoic:(1)The Late Permian-Early Triassic;(2)the Late Triassic-Early Jurassic;(3)the Late Jurassic-Early Cretaceous;(4)the Late Cretaceous-Early Paleogene.It is indicated that the multi-directional convergence from the surrounding tectonic units has controlled the Mesozoic tectonic evolution of the OB.Four-stage tectonic evolution reflected the activation or end of different plate movements and provided new time constraints for the regional tectonic evolution of the NCC in the Mesozoic.
基金Supported by the CNPC Major Science and Technology Project(2021DJ1806).
文摘Based on recent advancements in shale oil exploration within the Ordos Basin,this study presents a comprehensive investigation of the paleoenvironment,lithofacies assemblages and distribution,depositional mechanisms,and reservoir characteristics of shale oil of fine-grained sediment deposition in continental freshwater lacustrine basins,with a focus on the Chang 7_(3) sub-member of Triassic Yanchang Formation.The research integrates a variety of exploration data,including field outcrops,drilling,logging,core samples,geochemical analyses,and flume simulation.The study indicates that:(1)The paleoenvironment of the Chang 7_(3) deposition is characterized by a warm and humid climate,frequent monsoon events,and a large water depth of freshwater lacustrine basin.The paleogeomorphology exhibits an asymmetrical pattern,with steep slopes in the southwest and gentle slopes in the northeast,which can be subdivided into microgeomorphological units,including depressions and ridges in lakebed,as well as ancient channels.(2)The Chang 7_(3) sub-member is characterized by a diverse array of fine-grained sediments,including very fine sandstone,siltstone,mudstone and tuff.These sediments are primarily distributed in thin interbedded and laminated arrangements vertically.The overall grain size of the sandstone predominantly falls below 62.5μm,with individual layer thicknesses of 0.05–0.64 m.The deposits contain intact plant fragments and display various sedimentary structure,such as wavy bedding,inverse-to-normal grading sequence,and climbing ripple bedding,which indicating a depositional origin associated with density flows.(3)Flume simulation experiments have successfully replicated the transport processes and sedimentary characteristics associated with density flows.The initial phase is characterized by a density-velocity differential,resulting in a thicker,coarser sediment layer at the flow front,while the upper layers are thinner and finer in grain size.During the mid-phase,sliding water effects cause the fluid front to rise and facilitate rapid forward transport.This process generates multiple“new fronts”,enabling the long-distance transport of fine-grained sandstones,such as siltstone and argillaceous siltstone,into the center of the lake basin.(4)A sedimentary model primarily controlled by hyperpynal flows was established for the southwestern part of the basin,highlighting that the frequent occurrence of flood events and the steep slope topography in this area are primary controlling factors for the development of hyperpynal flows.(5)Sandstone and mudstone in the Chang 7_(3) sub-member exhibit micro-and nano-scale pore-throat systems,shale oil is present in various lithologies,while the content of movable oil varies considerably,with sandstone exhibiting the highest content of movable oil.(6)The fine-grained sediment complexes formed by multiple episodes of sandstones and mudstones associated with density flow in the Chang 7_(3) formation exhibit characteristics of“overall oil-bearing with differential storage capacity”.The combination of mudstone with low total organic carbon content(TOC)and siltstone is identified as the most favorable exploration target at present.
基金Supported by the China National Science and Technology Major Project(2025ZD1405700)CNPC Science and Technology Project(2023YQX20117).
文摘Based on the coalbed methane(CBM)/coal-rock gas(CRG)geological,geophysical,and experimental testing data from the Daji block in the Ordos Basin,the coal-forming and hydrocarbon generation&accumulation characteristics across different zones were dissected,and the key factors controlling the differential CBM/CRG enrichment were identified.The No.8 coal seam of the Carboniferous Benxi Formation in the Daji block is 8-10 m thick,typically overlain by limestone.The primary hydrocarbon generation phase occurred during the Early Cretaceous.Based on the differences in tectonic evolution and CRG occurrence,and with the maximum vitrinite reflectance of 2.0%and burial depth of 1800 m as boundaries,the study area is divided into deeply buried and deeply preserved,deeply buried and shallowly preserved,and shallowly buried and shallowly preserved zones.The deeply buried and deeply preserved zone contains gas content of 22-35 m^(3)/t,adsorbed gas saturation of 95%-100%,and formation water with total dissolved solid(TDS)higher than 50000 mg/L.This zone features structural stability and strong sealing capacity,with high gas production rates.The deeply buried and shallowly preserved zone contains gas content of 16-20 m^(3)/t,adsorbed gas saturation of 80%-95%,and formation water with TDS of 5000-50000 mg/L.This zone exhibits localized structural modification and hydrodynamic sealing,with moderate gas production rate.The shallowly buried and shallowly preserved zone contains gas content of 8-16 m^(3)/t,adsorbed gas saturation of 50%-70%,and formation water with TDS lower than 5000 mg/L.This zone experienced intense uplift,resulting in poor sealing and secondary alteration of the primary gas reservoir,with partial adsorbed gas loss,and low gas production rate.A depositional unification and structural divergence model is proposed,that is,although coal seams across the basin experienced broadly similar depositional and tectonic histories,differences in tectonic intensity have led to spatial heterogeneity in the maximum burial depth(i.e.,thermal maturity of coal)and current burial depth and occurrence of CRG(i.e.,gas content and occurrence state).The research results provide valuable guidance for advancing the theoretical understanding of CBM/CRG enrichment and for improving exploration and development practices.
基金Under the National Key R&D Program Key Project(No.2021YFC3201201)National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52360032)+2 种基金Basic Scientific Research Business Fee Project of Colleges And Universities Directly Under the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region(No.JBYYWF2022001)Development Plan of Innovation Team of Colleges And Universities in Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region(No.NMGIRT2313)the Innovation Team of‘Grassland Talents’。
文摘Clarifying the mechanisms through which coal mining affects groundwater storage(GWS)variations is crucial for water resource conservation and sustainable development.The Ordos Mining Region in China,a key energy base in China with significant strategic importance,has undergone intensive coal mining activities that have substantially disrupted regional groundwater circulation.This study integrated data from the Gravity Recovery and Climate Experiment Satellite(GRACE)and Famine Early Warning Systems Network(FEWS NET)Land Data Assimilation System(FLDAS)models,combined with weighted downscaling methodology and water balance principles,to reconstruct high-resolution(0.01°)terrestrial water storage(TWS)and GWS changes in the Ordos Mining Region,China from April 2002 to December 2021.The accuracy of GWS variations were validated through pumping test measurements.Subsequently,Geodetector analysis was implemented to quantify the contributions of natural and anthropogenic factors to groundwater storage dynamics.Key findings include:1)TWS in the study area showed a fluctuating but overall decreasing trend,with a total reduction of 8901.11 mm during study period.The most significant annual decrease occurred in 2021,reaching 1696.77 mm.2)GWS exhibited an accelerated decline,with an average annual change rate of 44.35 mm/yr,totaling a decrease of 887.05 mm.The lowest annual groundwater storage level was recorded in 2020,reaching 185.69 mm.3)Precipitation(PRE)contributed the most to GWS variation(q=0.52),followed by coal mining water consumption(MWS)(q=0.41).The interaction between PRE and MWS exhibited a nonlinear enhancement effect on GWS changes(0.54).The synergistic effect of natural hydrological factors has a great influence on the change of GWS,but coal mining water consumption will continue to reduce GWS.These findings provide critical references for the management and regulation of groundwater resource in mining regions.
基金National Natural Sciences Foundation of China (Nos. 40501072 and 40673067)the Major State Basic Research Develop-ment Program of China (No. 2002CB 412503)the Knowledge In-novation Program of the Institute of Geographic Sciences and Natural Resources Research,CAS "The effect of human activities on regional envi-ronmental quality, the health risk and the environmental remediation"
文摘Biomass and net primary productivity （NPP） are two important parameters in determining ecosystem carbon pool and carbon sequestration. The biomass storage and NPP in desert shrubland of Artemisia ordosica on Ordos Plateau were investigated with method of harvesting standard size shrub in the growing season （June-October） of 2006. Results indicated that above- and belowground biomass of the same size shrubs showed no significant variation in the growing season （p〉0.1）, but annual biomass varied significantly （p〈 0.01）. In the A. ordosica community, shrub biomass storage was 699.76-1246.40 g.m^-2 and annual aboveground NPP was 224.09 g-m^-2·a^-1. Moreover, shrub biomass and NPP were closely related with shrub dimensions （cover and height） and could be well predicted by shrub volume using power regression.
文摘On May 16th,the press conference of the 8th China(ORDOS)International Cashmere and Wool Exhibition organized by China Wool Textile Association was held in Inner Mongolia Grand Hotel in Beijing.The 8th China(ORDOS)International Cashmere and Wool Exhibition will be held in the National Fitness Center of Dongsheng District,Ordos City from July 18th to 20th with the theme of“Cashmere Chain Links the World,Intelligence Empowers the Future”.
基金funded by a grant from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.41772130)the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province(Grant No.BK20210521)+4 种基金the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(Grant No.2021QN1061)‘Energy and Environment Youth Talent Training Program’by China’s Energy Society,China’s Environmental Protection Foundation and the Beijing Energy Society(Grant No.RCJH2022081)the Postgraduate Research&Practice Innovation Program of Jiangsu Province(No.KYCX25_2782)the Graduate Innovation Program of China University of Mining and Technology(No.2025WLKXJ003)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(No.202500044)。
文摘Recent studies have highlighted the presence of lithium enrichment in coals within the Ordos Basin,which has garnered significant attention due to the potential economic value.However,most research has concentrated primarily on the coal seams of the Taiyuan and Shanxi formations,with limited reports on the Benxi Formation.To address this gap,our study focused on elucidating the geochemical characteristics and origins of the lithium enrichment in the No.8 coal of the Benxi Formation through the use of optical microscopy and inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry(ICP-MS).The results showed that the No.8 coal was a bituminous coal,characterized by medium ash yield,low volatile matter,high total sulfur content and medium vitrinite proportion.The No.8 coal was enriched in Li(average 91.7 ppm,CC=6.55)and Zr(average 191 ppm,CC=5.30),the unusual enrichment of Li being primarily located in the middle of the coal.The minerals in the coal were predominantly clay minerals,along with minor amounts of pyrite,quartz and calcite.The occurrence mode of Li in the No.8 coal was associated with aluminosilicate minerals,presumably kaolinite.Based on geochemical characteristics,the sedimentary source of the No.8 coal was intermediate-felsic volcanic rock from the Yinshan oldland.The enrichment of Li can be attributed to the supply of terrestrial debris from the Yinshan oldland and the depositional environment.Our analysis identifies three distinct stages of lithium enrichment,emphasizing the critical role played by the terrestrial debris,as well as the acidic to partially reducing conditions,in facilitating this process.In conclusion,our study sheds light on the mechanisms underlying lithium enrichment in the No.8 coal of the Benxi Formation,highlighting the significance of geological factors in shaping the distribution and concentration of critical metals in coal.
文摘This study systematically reviews the development history and key technological breakthroughs of large gas fields in the Ordos Basin,and summarizes the development models of three gas reservoir types,low-permeability carbonate,low-permeability sandstone and tight sandstone,as well as the progress in deep coal-rock gas development.The current challenges and future development directions are also discussed.Mature development models have been formed for the three representative types of gas reservoirs in the Ordos Basin:(1)Low-permeability carbonate reservoir development model featuring groove fine-scale characterization and three-dimensional vertical succession between Upper and Lower Paleozoic formations.(2)Low-permeability sandstone reservoir development model emphasizing horizontal well pressure-depletion production and vertical well pressure-controlled production.(3)Tight sandstone gas reservoir development model focusing on single-well productivity enhancement and well placement optimization.In deep coal-rock gas development,significant progress has been achieved in reservoir evaluation,sweet spot prediction,and geosteering of horizontal wells.The three types of reservoirs have entered the mid-to-late stages of the development,when the main challenge lies in accurately characterizing residual gas,evaluating secondary gas-bearing layers,and developing precise potential-tapping strategies.In contrast,for the early-stage development of deep coal-rock gas,continuous technological upgrades and cost reduction are essential to achieving economically viable large-scale development.Four key directions of future research and technological breakthroughs are proposed:(1)Utilizing dual-porosity(fracture-matrix)modeling techniques in low-permeability carbonate reservoirs to delineate the volume and distribution of remaining gas in secondary pay zones,supporting well pattern optimization and production enhancement of existing wells.(2)Integrating well-log and seismic data to characterize reservoir spatial distribution of successive strata,enhancing drilling success rates in low-permeability sandstone reservoirs.(3)Utilizing the advantages of horizontal wells to penetrate effective reservoirs laterally,achieving meter-scale quantification of small-scale single sand bodies in tight gas reservoirs,and applying high-resolution 3D geological models to clarify the distribution of remaining gas and guide well placement optimization.(4)Further strengthening the evaluation of deep coal-rock gas in terms of resource potential,well type and pattern,reservoir stimulation,single-well performance,and economic viability.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(42130802,42272200)CNPC Science and Technology Major Project(2023ZZ18)+1 种基金PetroChina Changqing Oilfield Major Science and Technology Project(2023DZZ01)Technology Project of PetroChina Coalbed Methane Company Limited(2023-KJ-18)。
文摘Based on the test and experimental data from exploration well cores of the Upper Paleozoic in the central-eastern Ordos Basin,combined with structural,burial depth and fluid geochemistry analyses,this study reveals the fluid characteristics,gas accumulation control factors and accumulation modes in the Upper Paleozoic coal reservoirs.The study indicates findings in two aspects.First,the 1500-1800 m interval represents the critical transition zone between open fluid system in shallow-medium depths and closed fluid system in deep depths.The reservoirs above 1500 m reflect intense water invasion,with discrete pressure gradient distribution,and the presence of methane mixed with varying degrees of secondary biogenic gas,and they generally exhibit high water saturation and adsorbed gas undersaturation.The reservoirs deeper than 1800 m,with extremely low permeability,are self-sealed,and contains closed fluid systems formed jointly by the hydrodynamic lateral blocking and tight caprock confinement.Within these systems,surface runoff infiltration is weak,the degree of secondary fluid transformation is minimal,and the pressure gradient is relatively uniform.The adsorbed gas saturation exceeds 100%in most seams,and the free gas content primarily ranges from 1 m^(3)/t to 8 m^(3)/t(greater than 10 m^(3)/t in some seams).Second,the gas accumulation in deep coals is primarily controlled by coal quality,reservoir-caprock assemblage,and structural position governed storage,wettability and sealing properties,under the constraints of the underground temperature and pressure conditions.High-rank,low-ash yield coals with limestone and mudstone caprocks show superior gas accumulation potential.Positive structural highs and wide and gentle negative structural lows are favorable sites for gas enrichment,while slope belts of fold limbs exhibit relatively lower gas content.This research enhances understanding of gas accumulation mechanisms in coal reservoirs and provides effective parameter reference for precise zone evaluation and innovation of adaptive stimulation technologies for deep resources.
基金Supported by CNPC Basic Technology Research and Development Project(2021DJ2203)National Science and Technology Major Project for New Oil and Gas Exploration and Development(2025ZD1400200).
文摘Based on the investigation of sedimentary filling characteristics and pool-forming factors of the Mesozoic in the Ordos Basin,the whole petroleum system in the Mesozoic is divided,the migration&accumulation characteristics and main controlling factors of conventional-unconventional hydrocarbons are analyzed,and the whole petroleum system model is established.First,the whole petroleum system developed in the Mesozoic takes the high-quality source rocks of the 7th member of the Triassic Yanchang Formation as the core and mainly consists of low-permeability and unconventional oil and gas reservoirs.It can be divided into four hydrocarbon accumulation domains,including intra-source retained hydrocarbon accumulation domain,near-source tight hydrocarbon accumulation domain,far-source conventional hydrocarbon accumulation domain and transitional hydrocarbon accumulation domain,which together form a continuous,symbiotic,and orderly accumulation entity wherein unconventional resources significantly outweigh conventional ones in proportion.Second,the spatial core area of sedimentary filling is the oil-rich core of the whole petroleum system.From the core to the periphery,the reservoir type evolves as shale oil→tight oil→conventional oil,the accumulation power is dominated by overpressure→buoyancy or overpressure and capillary force,the accumulation scale changes from extensive hundreds of millions of tons to a isolated hundreds of thousands-million of tons,and the gas-oil ratio and methane content decrease.Third,the sedimentary filling system provides the material basis and spatial framework for the whole petroleum system,the superimposed sand body,fault and unconformity constitute the dominant migration pathway of hydrocarbons in the far-source conventional hydrocarbon accumulation domain and the transitional hydrocarbon accumulation domain,the high-quality source rocks provide a solid resource basis for shale oil,and the micro-nano pore throat-fracture network constitute unconventional accumulation space.The hydrocarbon migration and accumulation process is mainly controlled by intense expulsion of hydrocarbon under overpressure in the pool-forming stage and the in-situ re-enrichment controlled by underpressure in post-pool-forming stage.The oil-gas enrichment and long-term preservation depends on the coordination among three factors(stable geological structure,multi-cycle sedimentation,and dual self-sealing).Fourth,the whole petroleum system model is defined as four domains,overpressure+underpressure drive,and dual self-sealing.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(42090025,42302148)State Key Laboratory of Shale Oil and Gas Enrichment Mechanisms and Effective Development(33550000-22-ZC0613-0336)CNPC Innovation Found(2023DQ02-0103)。
文摘Lacustrine shale oil reservoirs of the Upper Triassic Chang 7 Member in the Ordos Basin have demonstrated significant potential for hydrocarbon resources.Natural fractures play a crucial role in hydrocarbon enrichment and production.Outcrops,cores,borehole image logs,thin sections,and FE-SEM images were used to investigate the types and characteristics of natural fractures in the Chang 7 Member.The factors controlling fracture development and the mechanisms of bedding-parallel fracture formation were revealed by integrating TOC analysis,XRD analysis,and rock pyrolysis.Results show that natural fractures in the study area include high-angle tectonic fractures and nearly horizontal bedding-parallel fractures.Brittle minerals and bed thickness control the occurrence and attributes of tectonic fractures.High TOC content and thermal maturity positively affect the development of bedding-parallel fractures,formed through the conversion of organic matter to hydrocarbons or the smectite-to-illite transformation.Additionally,the dominant orientations of tectonic fractures intersect the present-day maximum horizontal principal stress at a small angle,resulting in large apertures and good effectiveness.Bedding-parallel fractures contribute to enhance porosity and provide favorable pathways for lateral hydrocarbon migration.Collectively,this study could provide valuable insights for finding promising exploration areas in lacustrine shale oil reservoirs in the Ordos Basin and worldwide.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.42090025)the National Key R&D Program of China(2023YFF0806200).
文摘The Ordos Basin was recognized as the earliest terrestrial aquatic ecosystem to recover following Permian-Triassic mass extinction,significantly contributing to organic carbon sequestration during the early Mesozoic era.Volcanic activity has increased the organic carbon burial capacity of the third submember of Ch7(Ch7_(3))within this basin,although it has both positive and negative effects on organic carbon burial.In this study,we quantitatively characterized the organic carbon burial process by calculating the organic carbon accumulation rate(OCAR)and proposed an optimal sedimentary model influenced by volcanic activity.We conducted time series analysis on gamma ray(GR)data from Ch7_(3) to determine sedimentation rates(SRs) while measuring the density of each sample via hydrostatic methods.By integrating these measurements with the total organic carbon(TOC)content,we established a dynamic OCAR for Ch7_(3)(χ=0.68 g/(cm^(2)·kyr))and estimated that it sequestered 0.27 Tt of organic carbon.Our findings indicate that the OCAR under eunixic conditions(χ=1.02 g/(cm^(2)·kyr))is 2.49 times greater than that under ferruginous conditions(χ=0.41 g/(cm^(2)·kyr)).The geochemical identification fingerprints of volcanism suggest that the top of Ch7_(3) is influenced by volcanoes of appropriate intensity.In this sedimentary model,the dilution of organic matter(OM)by rapidly deposited volcanic ash is relatively low.Additionally,the cumulative effect of chemical weathering intensity due to volcanic activity leads to the input of nutrients from continental sources into the lake basin.This process promotes increased productivity,resulting in a significant increase in the OCAR(χ=0.76 g/(cm^(2)·kyr)).This study provides new insights for dynamically assessing the impact of geological events on the OCAR.
基金supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region(2024QN04014)the Open Research Fund of Yinshanbeilu Grassland Eco-hydrology National Observation and Research Station,China Institute of Water Resources and Hydropower Research(Grant No.YSS202401)+2 种基金Scientific Research Support Program for Introducing Talents at the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region of China(DC2400002177 and DC2400003177)Major Projects of Erdos Science and Technology(Project No.2022EEDSKJZDZX015)Applied technology research and development project in Jungar Banner of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region of China(2023YY-13).
文摘Groundwater is essential for maintaining public health,promoting economic development,and ensuring ecosystem stability in arid and semi-arid regions.The northwestern Ordos Basin(China)primarily relies on groundwater from multilayered aquifer systems;however,our knowledge of the hydrochemical characteristics and water quality of groundwater in this region is limited.Here,we employed a newly collected dataset of 94 groundwater samples from different aquifers to constrain the source,controlling processes of fluoride in groundwater,and its potential health risk in the area.Groundwater is characterized by Na-Cl and Na-SO_(4) types with a minor Na-HCO_(3) type,which is primarily controlled by ion exchange,silicate weathering,and the dissolution of carbonate and evaporite minerals.Of the groundwater samples,42%exceeded the fluoride limit of 1.5 mg/L established by the World Health Organization(WHO).This is mainly attributed to geogenic sources,including fluorine-bearing mineral dissolution,cation exchange,evaporation,and competitive adsorption.The water quality index suggests that most samples are unsuitable for drinking.Health risk assessment results based on the Monte Carlo simulation indicate that children face significantly higher non-carcinogenic health risks from fluoride exposure than adults(both males and females).These findings provide new insights into the complex hydrogeochemical evolution of fluoride in groundwater and the groundwater quality status in multi-aquifer systems,contributing to the sustainable development and management of groundwater resources in the Ordos Basin.
基金funded by National Science and Technology Major Projects(Grant No.2016ZX05050,2017ZX05001002-008)China National Petroleum Corporation Major Projects(No.2021DJ2203)Key Laboratory of Petroleum Resources Exploration and Evaluation,Gansu Province(No.KLPREEGS-2024-22)。
文摘In recent years,fueled by significant advancements in oil exploration technologies within the Ordos Basin,an increasing number of low-permeability or ultra-low-permeability reservoirs have been identified.Elucidating their reservoir characteristics and formation mechanisms has become a critical priority for sustainable hydrocarbon development.The study focused on the Chang 6 Member of the Upper Triassic Yanchang Formation in the Heshui area of the Ordos Basin,systematically investigating its petrological features,porosity and permeability characteristics,diagenesis,and diagenetic evolution sequence.By integrating core observation,thin-section identification,and physical property measurements,a comprehensive quantitative evaluation of reservoir pore evolution was performed.These analytical outcomes were subsequently applied to simulate hydrocarbon migration and accumulation.These research results will provide a scientific basis for in-depth quantitative study of the pore evolution in ultra-low-permeability oil reservoirs and accurately constructing basin models.As indicated,the reservoir lithology in the study area predominantly comprises siltstone interbedded with mudstone or argillaceous siltstone,characterized by low porosity and permeability.Through diagenetic characteristics-based reconstruction constrained by the existing porosity data,pore evolution during diagenesis was quantitatively modeled.The simulated pore evolution aligns with actual geological observations,validating the reliability of the methodology.Furthermore,the quantified pore evolution results were applied to simulate hydrocarbon migration using PetroMod software,showing that hydrocarbon charging in the basin began at the end of the Late Jurassic(J3),peaking in hydrocarbon generation,expulsion,and accumulation by the end of the Early Cretaceous(K1)and maintaining high accumulation rates until the late Cretaceous,though significantly decreasing at the present stage.The simulation results were verified by comparison with actual drilling data,which confirms their reliability and applicability to other analogous oilfields.
基金financially supported by National Science and Technology Major Projects(Grant Nos.2016ZX05050,2017ZX05001002-008)CNPC Major Projects(Grant No.2021DJ2203)The Open Fund by the State Key Laboratory of Continental Dynamics,Northwest University and the Key Laboratory for Digital Land and Resources of Jiangxi Province(Grant No.DLLJ202017)。
文摘The formation of Mesozoic natural gas in the Pengyang area of southwestern Ordos Basin is discussed,from the perspective of microbial community characteristics,in order to clarify the relationship between the origin of natural gas and its associated indigenous microbial community.The types and diversity of indigenous microbial communities associated with the oil reservoir were studied by means of collecting reservoir formation water samples from exploration wells.The indigenous microbial communities in the Chang 8 member of the Yanchang Formation were primarily distributed within Proteobacteria and Firmicutes,including the specific species and genera of Methylobacter,Pseudomonas,Haibacter,Toxobacillus,Acinetobacter and Adura actinomyces.The results of diversity analysis shows that the number of common genes was 5448,while the number of unique genes and information was less.This reflects the fact that the strata in the study area are relatively closed and not invaded by external water sources,which leads to the development of biological community diversity.In conjunction with the analysis of geochemical characteristics of oil and gas reservoirs in this area,this indicates that the study area possesses the necessary geological conditions for microbial degradation.It is the first time that the species and diversity of the indigenous microbial community in the Ordos Basin have been analyzed,showing that microbial degradation is the main cause of natural gas formation here,changes the characteristics of crude oil in this area and provides first-hand information on the impact of indigenous microorganisms on the reservoir.
基金supported by the National Engineering Laboratory for Exploration and Development of Low-Permeability Oil and Gas Fields(KFKT2023-20)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(42104121)。
文摘Carbonate reservoirs are known for their complex pore structures,which lead to variable elastic behaviors and seismic responses.These variations pose significant challenges for seismic interpretation of carbonate reservoirs.Therefore,quantitative characterization of pore structure is crucial for accurate fluid detection and reservoir property estimation.To address the complexity of pore geometry and the uneven fluid distribution in tight carbonate reservoirs,we develop a triple-pore effective medium model by integrating the extended Keys-Xu model with the Gassmann-Hill equation.Comparison between the theoretical modeling results and an available laboratory data set verifies the effectiveness of this model in pore type quantification.Based on this calibrated model,we propose a novel two-step triple pore-type inversion strategy with varying pore aspect ratio via a grid-searching algorithm.We apply this method to well logs and 3D seismic data from the tight carbonate reservoirs of the Ordovician Majiagou formation in the Ordos Basin.The good agreement between pore-type estimates and logging interpretation results suggests that our method significantly improves the accuracy of porosity estimates for different pore types,outperforming the pore-type inversion method with fixed pore aspect ratios.The successful application to seismic data also demonstrates that the proposed method provides a reliable distribution of pore types in tight carbonate reservoirs,confirming its applicability and feasibility in seismic pore-type estimation.This method not only facilitates the recognition of complex pore geometries but also provides valuable insights for accurate detection of high-quality reservoirs.
