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Drill Exploration

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Drill exploration is the process of discovering subsurface resources through seismic interpretation, geological modeling, and drilling campaigns. Exploration teams identify prospects (potential hydrocarbon/mineral accumulations), assess risk, and drill exploratory wells to confirm the presence and size of resources. The cycle: interpret 3D seismic data → model geology → identify prospects → rank by probability → drill the highest-ranking prospect → evaluate results → iterate.