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Utica

Utica

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A thick rock layer in the Appalachian Basin that holds natural gas and oil
  • noun
  • /ˈjuːtɪkə/
  • Specialized
: formación Utica
  • Energy analysts point to the Utica shale play as a major source of natural gas in the region.

Examples

  • The Utica Shale is known for its rich deposits of natural gas.

  • Several companies began drilling in the Utica after new seismic data showed promising hydrocarbon potential.

  • Local towns experienced economic growth when investment in the Utica increased drilling and pipeline development.

  • Many companies are exploring the Utica formation for oil extraction.

  • Energy analysts point to the Utica shale play as a major source of natural gas in the region.

  • Several companies began drilling in the Utica after new seismic data showed promising hydrocarbon potential.

  • The Utica Shale is known for its rich deposits of natural gas.

Surface Forms

Utica singular
Uticas plural

Etymology

Utica shale is named after the city of Utica in New York, where the rock was first studied. So the geological name simply points to the place where the formation was found.