What is another word for petrophysics?
Pronunciation: [pˌɛtɹəfˈɪzɪks] (IPA) 
Petrophysics is the study of the physical and chemical properties of rocks and their interactions with fluids. Synonyms for petrophysics can include rock physics, geophysics, reservoir characterization, well logging, and borehole geophysics. These terms refer to different aspects of the same science, but all share the objective of understanding subsurface rock properties and their impact on fluid flow. Rock physics is focused on the relationship between physical properties and their measurable properties, while geophysics uses non-invasive techniques to study and image subsurface structures. Well logging is the primary tool of petrophysics for measuring subsurface properties, and borehole geophysics is focused on the physics of boreholes and their interactions with subsurface rocks.
