Geologicheskii Vestnik

The Southeastern part of Yevlakh-Agjabedi depression, situated within the Lesser Transcaucasian monocline, exhibits intricate geological structures and diverse sedimentary sequences crucial for hydrocarbon exploration. This study utilizes extensive geological mapping, stratigraphic profiling, and seismic exploration to delineate the basin’s structural elements and sedimentary formations. Key findings include the presence of Jurassic-Lower Cretaceous volcanogenic terrigenous and Upper Cretaceous volcanogenic carbonate rocks, which exhibit significant variations in thickness and distribution across the basin. The stratigraphic analysis reveals substantial Mesozoic sedimentary sequences that have undergone complex tectonic evolution, with notable implications for hydrocarbon potential. The Upper Cretaceous sediments, in particular, show promising conditions for hydrocarbon accumulation, with favorable paleostructural and lithostratigraphic traps identified. This comprehensive investigation enhances regional geological understanding and provides critical insights into the hydrocarbon exploration prospects within the South Caucasus region.

Yevlakh-Agjabedi trough, tectonic structure, Mesozoic sedimentary basin, hydrocarbon potential, paleogeological analysis, structural traps

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