Thermodynamic and geochemical studies of formation water in Rag-e Sefid oil and gas field, Iran

Abstract

<abstract> <p>Nowadays, the concentration of mineral cations and anions in the formation water of oil and gas fields is a challenging issue for oil industry technicians managing the formation of mineral deposits during water injection operations. For this reason, the analysis of formation water mineral ions during exploitation operations can be a valuable solution for the efficient management of oil production. Therefore, in this research, the thermodynamic and geochemical evaluation of formation water in the Reg-e Sefid oil and gas field is considered. Based on the results of this study, the formation of calcium sulfate and calcium carbonate can be expected due to the concentration of mineral ions dissolved in the formation water in the Reg-e Sefid oil and gas field according to the StimCad2 software. Also, based on the evaluation of ion ratios, the studied oil and gas field formation has ideal conditions for hydrocarbon production. Based on the results obtained from the comparison of the water and rock formation of the Rag-e Sefid oil and gas field, the source of ions (except calcium and magnesium ions) is related to ancient sea water.</p> </abstract>