Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fracs
Noun
[fraks]
Definition
Fracs is a term often used to refer to a process involving the fracturing of rock to extract oil or gas.
Examples
- The fracs in the shale rock allow for easier extraction of natural gas.
- Environmentalists have raised concerns about the use of fracs in oil drilling.
- Fracs are created by injecting high-pressure fluid into underground formations.
Meaning
The term is derived from the word ‘fracture’ and is commonly associated with hydraulic fracturing, commonly known as fracking.
Synonyms
- fractures
- fracturing
- fracking
