An impermeable rock,regardless of lithology,is a good candidate to serve as a ________ in an oil-producing scenario.
A) reservoir rock
B) seal rock
C) source rock
D) trap rock

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An impermeable rock serves as a seal rock in an oil-producing scenario by preventing the upward migration of hydrocarbons from the reservoir rock to the surface. This ensures the accumulation of hydrocarbons in the reservoir rock and creates a trapped hydrocarbon reserve that can be economically produced. Therefore, the best choice is B.

An Impermeable Rock,regardless of Lithology,is a Good Candidate to Serve