Chemical Engineering Techniques

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noun a process in which acid is used to stimulate the production of oil and gas from a well

  • The process of acidization involves injecting acid into the well to dissolve minerals and improve the flow of oil or gas.
  • After acidization, the well should see an increase in production due to improved permeability.
  • They're planning to do some acidization on the well to boost its output.
  • In a way, acidization is like giving the well a much-needed cleanse to remove any blockages.

verb to treat or mix with acid in order to change the chemical composition or properties

  • The process of acidizing involves injecting acid into the well to improve production.
  • They're going to acidize the well to try and get more oil out of it.
  • I heard they're gonna acidize the well to boost the flow of oil.
  • Sometimes you have to acidize your mindset to break through mental barriers.