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Phillips equation (sandstones)

Input(s)

Φ\PhiΦ: Porosity (dimensionless)

Output(s)

F: Formation Resistivity Factor (dimensionless)

Formula(s)

F=1.45(Φ)1.54F=\frac{1.45}{(\Phi)^{1.54}}F=(Φ)1.541.45​

Reference(s)

Bassiouni, Z., 1994, Theory, Measurement, and Interpretation of Well Logs. SPE Textbook Series Vol. 4. Chapter 1, Page: 8 .


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