Abstract:The elastic moduli are a function of properties that could vary between samples and change during maturation. Consequently, the effects of organic matter maturation on the elastic wave velocities of organic-rich rocks are challenging to describe. This work analyzes the isolated maturation effects on the organic content, pore volume, microstructure, and propagation velocities of elastic waves. To avoid any initial rock heterogeneity, we prepared a series of homogeneous samples from a unique outcrop block collec… Show more
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