Seismic reflection coefficient parameter-theoretical and Practical approach

Abstract

In this study, the effect of porosity and pore filler on the reflection coefficient parameter (R), are well deduced and some mathematical expressions were developed. This leads to the establishment of new expression of (R) which take these effects into account. Moreover, two -and three -horizons models have been assumed and accordingly their seismic synthetic models have been constructed. Many characters were deduced which confirms the prominent effect of porosity and gas saturation on (R), and aid in the detection of hydrocarbons accumulations.