C. Discussion

Topics:

1. The functions of operating companies, drilling contractors and service and supply companies.

2. The ways of paying contractors for their work.

3. Companies involved in drilling work in Eastern Siberia.

Appendix 1

C-Tests

Identifying the Rocks

Rock structures that contain oil or gas are hidden from view by the sea or other rock layers but we can't just go around drilling lots of holes and hoping to strike lucky.We have to be more precise and start by doing a full survey of the area.

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