Research Article

Methane Flux Effect on Hydrate Formation and Its Acoustic Responses in Natural Sands

Table 2

Effect of methane flux on hydrate formation rate and hydrate saturation.

Gas fluxTimeMaximum hydrate saturation

30 ml/min10 h71.4%
60 ml/min10 h74.2%
200 ml/min16 h82.7%
400 ml/min19 h90.9%