NOAA Ocean Explorer: Gulf of Mexico 2003

Cross-section of an oil deposit

Cross-section of an oil deposit, known as a “play” in the industry, including its source rock, reservoir, trap, and seal. The best place to drill to recover this oil is at its thickest and shallowest point. Photo credit: J.Bratton.

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