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Liquid condensed by a scrubber following a compression and cooling process.

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K coefficient

With reference to the spontaneous potential log, the coefficient, K, in the equation relating electrochemical potential

KB

An adapter that serves to connect the rotary table to the kelly. The kelly bushing has an inside diameterprofile that ma

Kirchhoff equation

A mathematical representation of the principle that a wavefield at a given point in space and time can be considered as

Kirchhoff migration

A method of seismic migration that uses the integral form (Kirchhoff equation) of the wave equation. All methods of seis

Koch curve

A curve used to generate a certain type of fractal geometry. Straight lines are replaced by regular polygons repeatedly.

k-means cluster analysis

A clustering technique that begins with the assignment of the number of clusters to be found. Points that will represent

kaolinite

A common two-layer clay that does not swell when exposed to water. Kaolinite is used to make paper, pottery and bricks.

karst

A type of topography formed in areas of widespread carbonate rocks through dissolution. Sink holes, caves and pock-marke

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