PROBABLE RESERVES
\pɹˈɒbəbə͡l ɹɪsˈɜːvz], \pɹˈɒbəbəl ɹɪsˈɜːvz], \p_ɹ_ˈɒ_b_ə_b_əl ɹ_ɪ_s_ˈɜː_v_z]\
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The estimated amount of sources of energy that are present based on geological and engineering evidence. The recovery of such resources is possible using existing technology at an economical rate. However, the risk associated with probable reserves is that the quality and amount of resources cannot be accurately predicted due to a lack of sufficient evidence.
By Henry Campbell Black
Word of the day
hydromorphic
- [Greek] Structurally adapted to an aquatic environment, as organs of water plants.