tracer log

noun

A type of log that measures fluid movement in a well by tracking a radioactive tracer that is injected into the wellbore, in order to determine injection flow profiles and detect leaks or channels.

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Meanings

nountracer log (plural tracer logs)

plural tracer logs

  1. A type of log that measures fluid movement in a well by tracking a radioactive tracer that is injected into the wellbore, in order to determine injection flow profiles and detect leaks or channels.
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