1.   Judging by seismic studies, geologists say the salt domes that make up Kashagan may hold a giant oilfield surpassing anything discovered on the Caspian.

2.   Occidental conducted seismic studies in the region and has yet to begin a process to determine whether it can exploit hydrocarbons for commercial purposes.

3.   Seismic studies and other research have led Abadie to conclude that the deposit is a whopper.

4.   That structure was built on short notice after a seismic study warned that the museum could collapse during a major earthquake.

5.   The agreement is being watched by oil industry executives as a lesson in how to work with environmental groups opposed to off-shore seismic studies.

6.   The company is evaluating its own seismic studies on the region, he said.

7.   The dispute began when Occidental set out to obtain an environmental license to conduct seismic studies in the region.

8.   The energy department granted Arco a six-month extension to complete more detailed seismic studies of the area and said the American company is looking for additional partners.

9.   The scenario is outlined in a new seismic study of the island commissioned by the Redevelopment Agency.

10.   They are considered an exceptionally valuable prize because seismic studies suggest that the seabed could be rich in oil.