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Stable Isotopes
Refers to non-radioactive isotopes of elements, including those of oxygen, hydrogen, carbon, sulfur, and nitrogen. In geothermal geochemistry, the stable isotope ratios of oxygen (18O/16O) and hydrogen (2H/1H) in thermal waters are used to trace its origin (e.g., meteoric, magmatic).
Geothermal Glossary
Word of the Week – Slotted Linear
Slotted Liner In geothermal wells, this is a type of production casing that does not go to the surface, and instead with the aid of a “liner hanger” it extends below the casing shoe to protect the wall of the well. Slotted liner has pre-milled slots that allows for...
Word of the Week – Spudding In
Spudding In Denotes the start of the well. The term originated from cable tool drilling where spudding is the act of hoisting the drill pipe and letting it fall freely so that the drill bit strikes the bottom of the well bore with sufficient force to break the...
Word of the Week – Steaming Ground
Steaming Ground Hot thermal ground associated with diffuse steam discharge. Vegetation is typically stunted or non-existent.