Abstract

Omega of Hydrocarbons is a history of the development of thought on the origin, environment, geochemistry, migration and and accumulation of hydrocarbons and documented by thoughts of those who have made important contributions.

During the last twenty years the knowledge of the genesis of hydrocarbons has greatly improved. This knowledge, when completely integrated into our thinking, will enable us to become more sophisticated in our search for new reserves of hydrocarbons.