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Reservoir Rock

Reservoir rock is a porous and permeable rock that can contain and transmit fluids, typically oil or gas, making it a key component in hydrocarbon exploration and production. These rocks are crucial in petroleum geology for understanding the accumulation and extraction of oil and gas. 

Reference: Schlumberger (1989). “Reservoir Characterization.” Elsevier. 

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