Clay sediments and shale generally have _____.
A)high permeability and high porosity
B)low permeability and low porosity
C)high permeability and low porosity
D)low permeability and high porosity
E)no permeability and no porosity

Question

Clay sediments and shale generally have _____. ​
A)high permeability and high porosity
B)low permeability and low porosity
C)high permeability and low porosity
D)low permeability and high porosity
E)no permeability and no porosity

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Clay sediments and shale typically have low permeability because their fine particles restrict fluid flow, but they can have high porosity due to the small spaces between those particles where water or hydrocarbons can be stored.

Clay Sediments and Shale Generally Have _____. ​

Clay Sediments and Shale Generally Have _____.