In situ thermal processing of an oil shale formation having permeable and impermeable sections
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Jul 12, 2005
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Jul 17, 2003
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Apr 24, 2002
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Apr 24, 2001
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An oil shale formation may be treated using an in situ thermal process. Heat may be provided to a formation from one or more heat sources in the formation. Hydrocarbons within the formation may be pyrolyzed. Hydrocarbons, H2, and/or other formation fluids may be produced from the formation. In some embodiments, the formation may include a relatively impermeable portion and/or a relatively permeable portion.
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