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A · B · C · D · E · F · G · H · I · J · K · L · M · N · O · P · Q · R · S · T · U · V · W · X · Y · Z   entire Web this site geopressurized brines These brines are hot (300°F to 400°F) (149°C to 204°C) pressurized waters that contain dissolved methane and lie at depths of 10,000 ft (3,048 m) to more than 20,000 ft (6,096 m) below the Earth's surface. The best known geopressured reservoirs lie along the Texas and Louisiana Gulf Coast. At least three types of energy could be obtained from these brines: thermal energy from high-temperature fluids; hydraulic energy from the high pressure; and chemical energy from burning the dissolved methane gas. Related category    • GEOTHERMAL ENERGY AND POWER Also on this site: Encyclopedia of Science Transport Concepts & Designs (partner site) BACK TO TOP