In order to get oil and gas in sufficient quantities to make a profit,an oil trap must exist with ________.
A)no fractures or structure
B)permeability and porosity
C)lateral continuity that allows fluids to migrate
D)shale with little or no sulfur.

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Permeability and porosity are essential for the movement and accumulation of oil and gas in a reservoir. Without these properties, the hydrocarbons would not be able to flow through the rock and gather in one place, making it impossible to extract it in economically feasible quantities. Option A is incorrect because fractures or structure could enhance permeability and porosity, and can actually promote the trapping of hydrocarbon molecules in the reservoir. Option C is correct, as lateral continuity is essential for the buildup of hydrocarbons in one spot, but it is not enough by itself. Option D is unrelated, as shale with or without sulfur does not affect the ability to trap oil and gas.

In Order to Get Oil and Gas in Sufficient Quantities