Analysis of the Effectiveness of Geological Exploration Using Hydrocarbon Raw Materials within Terek-Caspian Trough

Abstract

The article analyzes information on oil and gas deposits obtained by seismic exploration, geological and geophysical data compilation and reinterpretation for the western part of the Terek-Caspian trough. The tabulated data on morphological parameters (linear dimensions, amplitudes) of local structures have been collected for several years. Differences in the efficiency of geological exploration were identified (geological features of the structure, topography, deep and surface seismic and geological features). The causes of low efficiency of geological exploration in some areas (complexity of the structure, seismic conditions, a reduced size of geological objects and disregard of the disjunctive block structure) were identified. Recommendations for geological prospecting and exploration of oil and gas deposits were provided.