Catagenesis

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Thermal alteration of organic matter in the range of 50 to 150°C, typically requiring millions of years; equivalent to approximately 0.6 to 2.0% vitrinite reflectance.[1]


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References

  1. Peters, Kenneth E., David J. Curry, and Marek Kacewicz, 2012, An overview of basin and petroleum system modeling: Definitions and concepts, in Peters, Kenneth E., David J. Curry, and Marek Kacewicz, eds., Basin modeling: New horizons in research and applications: AAPG Hedberg Series no. 4, p. 1-16.