The 'Gas Window' refers to the specific range of temperatures and pressures in the subsurface where organic matter matures into natural gas, typically occurring at greater depths than the oil window. Understanding the gas window is crucial for petroleum geologists to optimize exploration and extraction of natural gas resources efficiently and economically.

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Organic matter is a crucial component of soil that consists of plant and animal residues at various stages of decomposition, cells and tissues of soil organisms, and substances synthesized by soil organisms. It plays a vital role in soil fertility, water retention, and carbon cycling, impacting both agricultural productivity and environmental sustainability.

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Natural gas is a fossil fuel composed primarily of methane, used as an energy source for heating, electricity generation, and as industrial feedstock. It is considered a cleaner alternative to other fossil fuels due to its lower carbon dioxide emissions when burned, but its extraction and transportation can result in methane leaks, a potent greenhouse gas.

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The 'Oil Window' refers to the specific range of temperatures and pressures under which organic material is transformed into oil within the Earth's subsurface. This transformation typically occurs at depths of 2,000 to 5,000 meters and temperatures between 60°C and 120°C, beyond which oil becomes natural gas or is destroyed.

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