Facies Architecture Model of the Shimentan Formation Pyroclastic Rocks in the Block-T Units, Xihu Sag, East China Sea Basin, and its Exploration Significance

A gas field consisting of volcanic reservoir rocks was discovered in the block-T units of the Xihu Sag,East China Sea Basin.The lithology of the volcanic rocks is dominated by tuff and reworked tuff.The lithofacies are dominated by base surge deposits of explosive facies.As the architecture model of volcanic facies is still uncertain,it has restricted the exploration and development of mineral resources in this area.Using core and cuttings data,the lithology,lithofacies,geochemistry as well as grain size characteristics of volcanic rocks were analyzed.Based on these analyses,the volcanic rocks in the well section are divided into three eruptive stages.The transport direction of each volcanic eruption is analyzed using crystal fragment size analysis.The facies architecture of the block-T units was established based on the reconstruction results of paleo-geomorphology.The results show that the drilling reveals proximal facies(PF)and distal facies(DF)of the volcanic edifices.However,the crater-near crater facies(CNCF)are not revealed.Compared with the reservoirs of the Songliao Basin,it is shown that the volcanic rocks in the Xihu Sag have good exploration potential;a favorable target area is the CNCF near the contemporaneous fault.

Factors controlling the development of tight sandstone reservoirs in the Huagang Formation of the central inverted structural belt in Xihu sag, East China Sea Basin

By means of thin section analysis, zircon U-Pb dating, scanning electron microscopy, electron probe, laser micro carbon and oxygen isotope analysis, the lithologic features, diagenetic environment evolution and controlling factors of the tight sandstone reservoirs in the Huagang Formation of Xihu sag, East China Sea Basin were comprehensively studied. The results show that: the sandstones of the Huagang Formation in the central inverted structural belt are poor in physical properties, dominated by feldspathic lithic quartz sandstone, high in quartz content, low in matrix, kaolinite and cement contents, and coarse in clastic grains;the acidic diagenetic environment formed by organic acids and meteoric water is vital for the formation of secondary pores in the reservoirs;and the development and distribution of the higher quality reservoirs in the tight sandstones of the Huagang Formation are controlled by sediment source, sedimentary facies belt, abnormal overpressure and diagenetic environment evolution. Sediment provenance and dominant sedimentary facies led to favorable initial physical properties of the sandstones in the Huagang Formation, which is the prerequisite for development of reservoirs with better quality later. Abnormal high pressure protected the primary pores, thus improving physical properties of the reservoirs in the Huagang Formation. Longitudinally, due to the difference in diagenetic environment evolution, the high-quality reservoirs in the Huagang Formation are concentrated in the sections formed in acidic diagenetic environment. Laterally, the high-quality reservoirs are concentrated in the lower section of the Huagang Formation with abnormal high pressure in the middle-northern part;but concentrated in the upper section of Huagang Formation shallower in burial depth in the middle-southern part.

THE PEPC EVOLUTION OF THE EAST CHINA SEA BASIN AND ITSHYDROCARBON ACCUMULATION

Evidence from such diverse fields as geology,seismology and geophysic exploration indicate that the "backarc spnding"and"terrane matching" models can not be reasonably used to explain the evolutionary feature of the East China Sea (ECS) Basin. A new model,the persistent extending-pulsative compressing (PEPC) model,is proposed by the authors. An active persistently extension oceanward took place at the margin of the continental lithosphere,because of its inhomogeneous composition,texture and thermal state, and was conttolled by deep-seated (mantle) geological processes.The extension is the main cause for the formation and evolution of the ECS Basin.The northwestward movement of the Philippine Sea lithosphete provides the basin with a compre8sion.The compression is short in time but powerful in force strength, i. e. in a pulsative form, relatively to the above-mentioned extension. The PEPC model plays a new role in comprehencing the laws of hydtocarbon accumulation and prospecting for oil /Ras fields in the ECS Basin.There are several source- reservoir-caprock associations related closely to the multiperiodic persistent extending-pulsative compressing.The Paleocene and Eocene are the main mature source rocks and the Oligocene to Miocene are the potential source rocks in the Shelf Basin.Commonly the persistent extension is favourable to the formation of the hydrocarbon areas, but the pulsative compression causes them to be destroyed.

Geochemical Characteristics and Hydrocarbon Generation Modeling of the Paleocene Source Rocks in the Jiaojiang Sag,East China Sea Basin

Jiaojiang sag in the East China Sea Basin is at the earlier exploration stage,where characterizing hydrocarbon generation of source rocks is important to understand oil-gas exploration potential.Utilizing geochemical and basin modeling analysis,hydrocarbon generation capacity and process of the Paleocene E_(1)y,E_(1)l and E_(1)m formations were investigated.Results show that E_(1)y and E_(1)l mudstones are high-quality source rocks with Type Ⅱ kerogen,which is dominated by both aquatic organisms and terrestrial higher plants deposited in sub-reduced environment.E_(1)m mudstone interbedded with thin carbonaceous mudstone and coal is poor-quality source rock with Type Ⅲ kerogen,whose organic matter was originated from terrestrial higher plants under oxidized environment.Controlled by burial and maturity histories,E_(1)y and E_(1)l source rocks experienced two hydrocarbon generation stages,which took place in the Late Paleocene and in the Middle to Late Eocene,respectively,and had high hydrocarbon generation capacity with cumulative hydrocarbon volume of 363 and 328 mg/g,respectively.E_(1)m source rock only had one hydrocarbon generation process in the Late Eocene,which had low hydrocarbon generation capacity with cumulative hydrocarbon volume of only 24 mg/g.The future oil-gas exploration in the Jiaojiang sag should focus on hydrocarbon generation center and select targets in the central uplift formed before the Miocene with high-quality traps.

Sedimentary systems of the Oligocene Huagang Formation in the central anticline zone of the Xihu Depression,East China Sea Shelf Basin

The Xihu Depression is the largest hydrocarbon-bearing depression of the East China Sea Shelf Basin(also referred to as the ECSSB).However,the depositional systems and reservoir distribution of the Oligocene Huagang Formation in the Xihu Depression are still controversial.Under the guidance of sedimentology and stratigraphy,this study documented a marine-terrestrial transitional environment in the restricted bay setting of the Oligocene Huagang Formation through core description,well logging,and seismic data analysis.This study also revealed that the Oligocene Huagang Formation is dominated by tidal delta,estuary,and gravity flow deposits in the central anticline zone of the Xihu Depression.The new understanding of the sedimentary systems and the discovery of the transgressive gap in the eastern Diaoyu Islands uplift explain the origin of fine-grained sediments and the EW-trending sand bodies in the central depression and the sand bodies parallel to shoreline in the west slope belt,which cannot be explained by previous study results,such as southern transgression or fluvial deltas and even lacustrine deposition.Moreover,the tidal channels,tidal sand flats,and gravity flow sand bodies formed by the transgressive tides are high-quality reservoirs.The study will provide a basis for well placement and serve as guidance for the selection of favorable hydrocarbon exploration areas in the Xihu Depression.

New interpretation on the provenance changes of the upper Pinghu–lower Huagang Formation within Xihu Depression,East China Sea Shelf Basin

Both Pinghu and Huagang formations are important hydrocarbon reservoirs of the Xihu Depression in the East China Sea Shelf Basin.Clarifying the source suppliers and restoring source-to-sink transport routes are of great significance to the future petroleum and gas undertakings.Previous researchers were largely confined by either limitation of geological records,highly dependence on a singular method or low-precision dating techniques.Our study integrated heavy mineral assemblages,geochemical analyses and detrital zircon U-Pb dating to reconstruct multiple source-to-sink pathways,and to provide a better understanding on the provenance evolution for the upper Pinghu–lower Huagang depositions of the Xihu Depression.At least three major provenances have been confirmed and systematically investigated for their separate compositional features.The Hupijiao Uplift(or even farther northern area)was dominated by a major Paleoproterozoic population peaked at ca.1830 Ma along with minor Mesozoic clusters.The Haijiao Uplift to the west and the Yushan Low Uplift to the southwest,on the other hand,generate opposite U-Pb age spectra with apparently larger peaks of Indosinian and Yanshanian-aged zircons.To be noted,both Indosinian and Paleoproterozoic peaks are almost identical in proportion for the Haijiao Uplift.The overall sedimentary pattern of late Eocene-early Oligocene was featured by both spatial and temporal distinction.The Hupijiao Uplift was likely to cast limited impact during the late Eocene,whereas the broad southern Xihu Depression was transported by a large abundance of materials from the nearby Haijiao and Yushan Low Uplifts.The northern source substantially extended its influence to the farther south during the early Oligocene by delivering plentiful sediments of higher-degree metamorphic parent rocks.Combined with the proximal western and southwestern suppliers,the overall Xihu Depression was under control from both distant and local provenances.

Application of seismic sedimentology in characterization of fluvial-deltaic reservoirs in Xihu sag, East China Sea shelf basin

The fluvial-deltaic reservoirs of the Oligocene Huagang Formation in the Xihu sag of the East China Sea shelf basin reflect rapid lateral change in sedimentary facies and poor morphology of conventional slice attributes,which bring difficulties to the reservoir prediction for subsequent exploration and development of lithologic reservoirs.The traditional seismic sedimentology technology is optimized by applying the characteristic technologies such as frequency-boosting interpretation,inversion-conventional–90°phase shift joint construction of seismic lithologic bodies,nonlinear slices,paleogeomorphology restoration,and multi-attribute fusion,to obtain typical slice attributes,which are conducive to geological form description and sedimentary interpretation.The Huagang Formation developed three types of sedimentary bodies:braided river,meandering river and shallow water delta,and the vertical sedimentary evolution was controlled by the mid-term base-level cycle and paleogeomorphology.In the early–middle stage of the mid-term base-level ascending cycle,braided channel deposits were dominant,and vertical superimposed sand bodies were developed.In the late stage of the ascending half-cycle and the early stage of the descending half-cycle,meandering river deposits were dominant,and isolated sand bodies were developed.In the middle–late stage of the descending half-cycle,shallow-water delta deposits were dominant,and migratory medium–thick sand bodies were developed.Restricted paleogeomorphology controlled the sand body distribution,while non-restricted paleogeomorphology had little effect on the sand body distribution.Based on reservoir characterization,the fault sealing type and reservoir updip pinch-out type structural lithological traps are proposed as the main directions for future exploration and development in the Xihu sag.

Origin of hydrocarbon fluids and discussion of abnormal carbon isotopic compositions in the Lishui-Jiaojiang Sag,East China Sea Shelf Basin

The hydrocarbon gases in the L1 gas field of the Lishui-Jiaojiang Sag have been commonly interpreted to be an accumulation of pure sapropelic-type thermogenic gas.In this study,chemical components,stable isotopic compositions,and light hydrocarbons were utilized to shed light on the origins of the hydrocarbon fluids in the L1gas pool.The hydrocarbon fluids in the L1 gas pool are proposed to be a mixture of three unique components:mid-maturity oil from the middle Paleocene coastal marine Lingfeng source rock,oil-associated(late oil window)gas generated from the lower Paleocene lacustrine Yueguifeng source rock,and primary microbial gas from the paralic deposits of the upper Paleocene Mingyuefeng source rock.Here,for the first time,the hydrocarbon gases in the L1 gas pool are diagnosed as mixed oil-associated sapropelic-type gas and microbial gas via four pieces of principal evidence:(1)The abnormal carbon isotopic distributions of all methane homologues from C_(1)(CH_(4)or methane)to C_(5)(C_(5)H_(12)or pentane)shown in the Chung plot;(2)the diagnostic~(13)C-depleted C_(1)compared with the thermogenic sapropelic-type gas model,whileδ^(13)C_(2)(C_(2)H_(6)or ethane)andδ^(13)C_(3)(C_(3)H_(8)or propane)both fit perfectly;(3)the excellent agreement of the calculated carbon isotopic compositions of the pure thermogenic gas with the results of the thermal simulated gas from the type-II1 kerogen-rich Yueguifeng source rock;and(4)the oil-associated gas inferred from various binary genetic diagrams with an abnormally elevated gas oil ratio.Overall,the natural gases of the L1 gas pool were quantified in this study to comprise approximately 13%microbial gas,nearly 48%oil-associated sapropelic-type gas,and 39%of nonhydrocarbon gas.The microbial gas is interpreted to have been codeposited and entrained in the humic-kerogen-rich Mingyuefeng Formation under favorable lowtemperature conditions during the late Paleocene-middle Eocene.The microbial gas subsequently leaked into the structurally and stratigraphically complex L1 trap with oil-associated sapropelic-type gas from the Yueguifeng source rock during the late Eocene-Oligocene uplifting event.A small amount of humic-kerogen-generated oil in the L1 gas pool is most likely to be derived from the underlying Lingfeng source rock.The detailed geological and geochemical considerations of source rocks are discussed to explain the accumulation history of hydrocarbon fluids in the L1 gas pool.This paper,therefore,represents an effort to increase the awareness of the pitfalls of various genetic diagrams,and an integrated geochemical and geological approach is required for hydrocarbonsource correlation.

Correlations between Shortening Rate,Uplift Rate,and Inversion Rate in Central Inversion Zone of Xihu Depression,East China Sea Basin

Late Miocene shortening rate, uplift rate, and inversion rate in the central inversion zone of the Xihu （西湖） depression, East China Sea basin, were independently determined from a large number of 2D reflection seismic data and methods. Shortening rate was estimated from the 2DMOVE balanced cross-section technology, uplift rate was calculated after absolute erosions were determined from seismic data during the uplifting time, and inversion rate was measured using the improved calculation method by Song （1997）. The cross correlations among shortening rate, uplift rate, and inversion rate show a good positive relationship, with some differences existing in local areas. This article analyzes the cross correlation between these structural rates and discusses the dynamics of mechanisms for basin inversion and their influence on hydrocarbon accumulation.

Diagenesis and Diagenetic Evolution of Deltaic and Neritic Gas-Bearing Sandstones in the Lower Mingyuefeng Formation of Paleogene, Lishui Sag, East China Sea Shelf Basin: Implications for Depositional Environments and Sequence Stratigraphy Controls

Gas-bearing deposits in the Lower Mingyuefeng Formation of Paleogene, Lishui Sag, East China Sea Shelf Basin consist of shoreface sandstones of the highstand systems tract（HST） and transgressive systems tract（TST）, and deltaic sandstones of the lowstand systems tract（LST） and falling stage systems tract（FSST）.Detailed petrographic observations suggest that the diagenetic features and related evolution of these deposits cannot be simply characterized and demonstrated in the depth domain.However, the occurrence of diagenetic minerals systematically depends on the studied interval within the HST, TST, LST, and FSST; therefore, diagenesis in this region can be better constrained when studied in the context of the depositional environments and sequence stratigraphic framework.The eogenetic processes in such settings include：（1） microcrystalline siderite precipitated as concretions in almost all environments and systems tracts, which inhibited further mechanical compaction;（2） grain dissolution and kaolinitization occurred in shoreface HST sandstones and deltaic LST and FSST sandstones;（3） glaucony was locally observed, which did not clearly reflect the controls of facies or sequence stratigraphy; and（4） cementation by pyrite aggregates occurred in the shoreface HST sandstones and deltaic LST sandstones.The mesogenetic diagenesis includes：（1） partial conversion of kaolinite into dickite in deltaic LST sandstones, and minor chlorite cementation in deltaic FSST sandstones;（2） transformation of kaolinite into illite and quartz cementation in deltaic LST and FSST sandstones;（3） frequent precipitation of ankerite and ferroan calcite in shoreface TST sandstones and early HST sandstones, forming baffles and barriers for fluid flow, with common calcite in shoreface HST sandstones as a late diagenetic cement; and（4） formation of dawsonite in the deltaic LST and FSST sandstones, which is interpreted to be a product of the invasion of a CO2-rich fluid, and acts as a good indicator of CO2-bearing reservoirs.This study has thus constructed a reliable conceptual model to describe the spatial and temporal distribution of diagenetic alterations.The results may provide an entirely new conceptual framework and methodology for successful gas exploration in the continental margins of offshore China, thus allowing us to predict and unravel the distribution and quality evolution of clastic reservoirs at a more detailed and reliable scale.

Tectonics and Petroleum Potential of the East China Sea Shelf Rift Basin

There are two Cenozoic sedimentary basins in the East China Sea. They are the East China Sea shelf basin and the Okinawa Trough basin. The former can be divided into a western and an eastern rift region. The development of the shelf basin underwent continental-margin fault depression, post-rift and then tectonic inversion stages. Available exploration results show that the distribution of source rocks is controlled by the basin architecture and its tectonic evolution. In the Xihu depression, mudstones and coals are the main source rocks. The eastern rift region has good geological conditions for the formation of large oil and gas fields.

Tertiary Sea Level Changes and Sequence Stratigraphic Framework in East China Sea Shelf Basin

The East China Sea shelf basin is a key area for setting up the sea level changes of Cenozoic in the West Pacific. Based upon the characteristics of seismic reflection, the analysis of sequence stratigraphy and depositional system, the high resolution chronostratigraphic framework has been set up by using the data of micropaleontologic biozone fossils. The relative sea level change curve has been set up by combining analysis of paleoecology, genetic facies, specific sedimentary structures and on lap recognized from the seismic profiles with study of geochemical characteristics. There are 4 2nd order basin cycles showing the long term sea level changes, and 22 3rd order cycles showing short term ones with relative changing ranges of 0-150 m. Transgression and regression showing long term sea level changes bear asymmetric feature, which indicates that the speed of transgression is faster than that of regression. There are a lot of differences when compared with Haq ’s curve. The sequence stratigraphic framework has also been set up and 3 tectonic sequences, 7 supersequences and 19 sequences have been subdivided for Tertiary in the East China Sea shelf basin. On the basis of detailed analysis of genetic facies and log facies, 9 sedimentary systems, 20 depositional assemblages and many genetic facies have also been recognized and investigated. Based on the studies mentioned above, the favorable source and reservoir facies of gas and petroleum are indicated.

The Mesozoic Basin-Mountain Coupling Process of the Southern East China Sea Shelf Basin and its Adjacent Land Area

Basin-mountain coupling is a key issue for basin formation and evolution. The analysis of basin-mountain coupling process, as well as quantitative or semiquantitative restoration of prototype basin and the evolution of continental margin, can be used to interpret the geological process of basin-range conversion and reconstruct early prototype basins, which is a difficult and leadin~ scientific oroblem of basin research.

Depositional Responding to Tectonic Evolution of East China Sea Shelf Basin

? The East China Sea Shelf basin is a large marginal rift basin occurred in backarc area of west Pacific. Three main regional unconformities and eleven sequence boundary isochronous surfaces (hiatuses) were developed within the basin filling, which are separared the fill succession into three tectonic sequences and fourteen sequences. The depositional response of every tectonic sequence indicates the different phases in the evolution of basin and a specific filling process or filling pattern.

Carbon Storage Dynamics in Lower Shimentan Formation of the Qiantang Sag, East China Sea Shelf Basin: Stratigraphy, Reservoir ‒ Cap Analysis, and Source ‒ Sink Compatibility

Excessive carbon emissions have resulted in the greenhouse effect, causing considerable global climate change. Marine carbon storage has emerged as a crucial approach to addressing climate change. The Qiantang Sag(QTS) in the East China Sea Shelf Basin, characterized by its extensive area, thick sedimentary strata, and optimal depth, presents distinct geological advantages for carbon dioxide(CO_(2)) storage. Focusing on the lower section of the Shimentan Formation in the Upper Cretaceous of the QTS, this study integrates seismic interpretation and drilling data with core and thin-section analysis. We reveal the vertical variation characteristics of the strata by providing a detailed stratigraphic description. We use petrophysical data to reveal the development characteristics of high-quality carbon-storage layers and favorable reservoircaprock combinations, thereby evaluating the geological conditions for CO_(2) storage in various stratigraphic sections. We identify Layer B of the lower Shimentan Formation as the most advantageous stratum for marine CO_(2) storage. Furthermore, we analyze the carbon emission trends in the adjacent Yangtze River Delta region. Considering the characteristics of the source and sink areas, we suggest a strong correlation between the carbon emission sources of the Yangtze River Delta and the CO_(2) storage area of the QTS, making the latter a priority area for conducting experiments on marine CO_(2) storage.

西湖凹陷花港组浅水三角洲平原分流河道沉积构型

渐新统花港组上段是东海陆架盆地西湖凹陷中南部地区的主要产油气层位,但对其沉积体系的认识一直存在争议,砂体构型特征及控制因素的研究也相对匮乏。综合运用岩心、测井及地震等资料,研究渐新统花港组上段沉积环境、沉积微相类型、砂体沉积构型特征及其控制因素。结果表明:西湖凹陷中南部花港组上段以浅水三角洲平原沉积为主,分流河道是最主要的砂体类型。根据弯曲度差异,可将分流河道划分为辫流型(弯曲度1~1.05)、曲流型(弯曲度大于1.15)和辫-曲转换型(弯曲度1.05~1.15)3种类型,其中辫流型分流河道砂体“宽而厚”,平面组合呈交织宽条带状,心滩呈斑点状排列,砂体垂向叠置样式以切叠型为主;曲流型分流河道砂体“窄而薄”,平面样式为单一条带型或分叉-合并型,厚砂以点坝的形式分布在河道边缘,砂体垂向叠置样式以“孤立型”为主;辫-曲转换型分流河道是辫流型和曲流型的过渡类型,河道砂体规模中等,河道内心滩和点坝同时发育。3类分流河道的厚度与宽度呈对数正相关,宽厚比具有辫流型>辫-曲转换型>曲流型的特征。推测古地貌和基准面变化是影响浅水三角洲分流河道构型特征的主要因素,其中古地貌控制了分流河道的河型变化,较陡的地形有利于低弯度辫流型分流河道的形成,而长期基准面上升造成了分流河道规模逐渐下降,中期基准面的上升造成了分流河道砂体叠置样式发生切叠型→叠加型→孤立型的演变。研究成果完善了浅水三角洲的沉积构型知识库,对地下浅水三角洲分流河道储集层的预测及开发具有重要的指导意义。

西湖凹陷木广迎地区断陷层地质结构与油气勘探意义

西湖凹陷是东海陆架盆地内规模最大的富油气凹陷,保俶斜坡带是凹陷内油气勘探的主要地区。近期勘探实践表明,斜坡带深层构造—岩性领域具有良好的勘探前景。开展斜坡带北部木广迎地区深部断陷层地质结构与油气勘探潜力分析,对于明确西湖凹陷构造—岩性领域下步有利突破方向具有重要意义。本文综合利用高精度三维地震和钻井资料,开展木广迎地区精细的构造和层位解释。根据解释结果进行埋藏史—热演化史模拟,并系统分析区内油气地质条件。研究表明,木广迎构造带整体表现为东倾斜坡,北部发育古新统厚度中心;区内发育走向为NE、NNE和NW向的3组断裂,多数断裂的主活动时期为古新世—始新世,活动强度逐渐减弱;木广迎地区现今古新统残留厚度为200~1500 m,暗色泥岩厚度为100~700 m,最厚可达700 m以上,其主体于宝石组沉积时期进入成熟阶段;宝石组内发育大套厚层砂岩,且物性较好,可作为有利储层。研究认为,木广迎地区发育良好的生—储—盖组合和有效的源—储配置,是西湖凹陷斜坡带构造—岩性领域勘探的有利方向。

东海盆地X凹陷油气成藏模式与勘探突破

基于东海盆地X凹陷新生代构造演化分析,剖析了构造演化对成藏组合时空展布的控制作用,开展了储盖组合、圈闭类型及油气差异富集研究,构建了X凹陷主要成藏模式。研究表明:①东海盆地X凹陷新生界划分为上部(柳浪组、玉泉组、龙井组)、中部(花港组)、下部(平湖组)成藏组合;②X凹陷具有4种主要成藏模式,即凹中背斜带南部有晚中新世断裂破坏的“局部”富集成藏模式、凹中背斜带北部无晚中新世断裂破坏的“整装”背斜成藏模式、凹中背斜带西部中—小背斜翼部岩性圈闭“断-砂”耦合成藏模式、西部斜坡带平湖组构造-岩性圈闭成藏模式;③凹中背斜带南部强挤压区上部和中部成藏组合“局部”富集背斜、凹中背斜带北部中强挤压区中部成藏组合“整装”背斜、凹中背斜带西部弱挤压区中部和下部成藏组合“断-砂”耦合背斜-岩性圈闭、西部斜坡带下部成藏组合构造-岩性圈闭是油气有利勘探方向。近年来,在以上认识指导下新发现了凹中背斜带南部N271气田、凹中背斜带西部H11S、X31气田等,西部斜坡带X137、X251E、X196S/E、TX63等油气田,勘探成效显著。

东海盆地西湖凹陷南部火成岩发育区G构造油气成藏特征

G构造是一个大型挤压反转背斜,位于西湖凹陷西南角的天台斜坡带火成岩发育区。由于目前对该区火山活动规律及后期油气保存等成藏演化条件认识不清,严重限制了天台斜坡带的油气勘探进程。通过对研究区地震资料进行解释,研究了G构造区火成岩的岩石学、年代学和时空分布特征,重建了火山活动、圈闭形成与油气成藏过程的关系。结果表明,G构造范围内发育的火成岩为中新世中期的浅层侵入岩、溢流相喷出岩和通道相火成岩,该火成岩的发育使得平湖组和花港组的地层碎裂化,由于该背斜核部存在早期火山通道,后期挤压形成的圈闭有效性差。龙井运动(中新世末期,5.3 Ma)至上新世三潭组沉积期,该背斜转折端发育了一系列近EW向次级断层,进一步破坏了圈闭的完整性。由于背斜翼部未受火成岩影响,该处的构造-岩性圈闭应该是下一步勘探的重要方向。

西湖凹陷中北部花港组上段浅水辫状河三角洲发育特征

从分析岩芯资料和砂体平面展布着手,重新厘定了东海盆地西湖凹陷中北部花港组上段H4、H5砂组的沉积相,创新提出了研究区花上段发育浅水辫状河三角洲沉积,研究区中南部发育规模性砂体。研究认为:在研究区的西部及东部边缘为辫状河三角洲平原相主导区,以发育辫状河三角洲平原河道砂体为主,局部有少量的辫状河三角洲前缘相发育。在研究区的中部及中南部,为辫状河三角洲平原与辫状河三角洲前缘交互发育区,主要特征是在较短的沉积期内形成了三角洲平原相与三角洲前缘相交互沉积;在枯水期时,以发育三角洲平原沉积为主,南部边缘发育三角洲前缘相沉积;在丰水期时,主要发育三角洲前缘相沉积及少量浅湖相沉积。在浅水辫状河三角洲沉积模式指导下,在研究区中南部发现了众多三角洲水道砂体及朵叶状砂体,这些砂体被钻井证实为油气藏。研究区的中南部仍然是油气勘探的潜力区,这一认识已被最新探井所证实。