Solution mining dawsonite from hydrocarbon containing formations with a chelating agent

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 7556095
APP PUB NO 20070095537A1
SERIAL NO

11584804

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A method for treating an oil shale formation comprising dawsonite includes providing heat from one or more heaters to the formation to heat the formation. Hydrocarbon fluids are produced from the formation. At least some dawsonite in the formation is decomposed with the provided heat. A chelating agent is provided to the formation to dissolve at least some dawsonite decomposition products. The dissolved dawsonite decomposition products are produced from the formation.

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  • SHELL OIL COMPANY

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Vinegar, Harold J Bellaire , US 338 71552

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