shale oil
"Shale oil" refers to oil extracted from shale rock formations, either through synthetic processes or hydraulic fracturing.
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Definition
C1Energy Industry
(technical)A synthetic crude oil produced by heating shale rock to release hydrocarbons.
Example
- The company invested in new technology to increase the production of shale oil.
C1Geology
(technical)A type of crude oil extracted from impermeable shale formations, often requiring hydraulic fracturing.
Example
- Shale oil extraction has revolutionized the energy market in the past decade.
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