Natural Gas A Basic Handbook 2nd edition by James Speight ISBN 0128097744 9780128097748

Part I: Origin and Properties

1. History and Use

   • Abstract
   • 1.1 Introduction
   • 1.2 History
   • 1.3 Conventional Gas
   • 1.4 Use
   • References

2. Origin and Production

   • Abstract
   • 2.1 Introduction
   • 2.2 Origin
   • 2.3 Exploration
   • 2.4 Reservoirs
   • 2.5 Reservoir Fluids
   • 2.6 Production
   • References

3. Unconventional Gas

   • Abstract
   • 3.1 Introduction
   • 3.2 Gas Hydrates
   • 3.3 Other Types of Gases
   • 3.4 Olefins and Diolefins
   • References
   • Further Reading

4. Composition and Properties

   • Abstract
   • 4.1 Introduction
   • 4.2 Types of Gases
   • 4.3 Composition and Chemical Properties
   • 4.4 Physical Properties
   • References
   • Further Reading

5. Recovery, Storage, and Transportation

   • Abstract
   • 5.1 Introduction
   • 5.2 Recovery
   • 5.3 Storage
   • 5.4 Storage Facilities
   • 5.5 Transportation
   • References
   • Further Reading

Part II: Gas Processing

6. History of Gas Processing

   • Abstract
   • 6.1 Introduction
   • 6.2 Coal Gas
   • 6.3 Natural Gas
   • References
   • Further Reading

7. Process Classification

   • Abstract
   • 7.1 Introduction
   • 7.2 Gas Streams
   • 7.3 Process Variations
   • 7.4 Solids Removal
   • 7.5 Water Removal
   • 7.6 Liquids Removal
   • 7.7 Nitrogen Removal
   • 7.8 Acid Gas Removal
   • 7.9 Enrichment
   • 7.10 Other Constituents
   • 7.11 Hydrogen Sulfide Conversion
   • References
   • Further Reading

8. Gas Cleaning Processes

   • Abstract
   • 8.1 Introduction
   • 8.2 Glycol Processes
   • 8.3 Olamine Processes
   • 8.4 Physical Solvent Processes
   • 8.5 Metal Oxide Processes
   • 8.6 Methanol-Based Processes
   • 8.7 Alkali Washing Processes
   • 8.8 Membrane Processes
   • 8.9 Molecular Sieve Processes
   • 8.10 Sulfur Recovery Processes
   • 8.11 Process Selection
   • References
   • Further Reading

9. Gas Condensate

   • Abstract
   • 9.1 Introduction
   • 9.2 Types of Condensate
   • 9.3 Production
   • 9.4 Condensate Stabilization
   • 9.5 Properties
   • References
   • Further Reading

Part III: Energy Security and the Environment

10. Energy Security and the Environment
    • Abstract
    • 10.1 Introduction
    • 10.2 Natural Gas and Energy Security
    • 10.3 Emissions and Pollution
    • 10.4 Smog and Acid Rain
    • 10.5 Natural Gas Regulations
    • References

Appendix A: Examples of Standard Test Methods for Application to Fuel Gases and Condensate

• Conversion Factors
  • 1. General
  • 2. Concentration Conversions
  • 3. Temperature Conversions
  • 4. Area
  • 5. Nutrient Conversion Factor
  • 6. Sludge Conversions
  • 7. Weight Conversion
  • 8. Other Approximations