Solids that may possibly form in the offshore pipelines during the production of oil and gas from deep-water reservoirs are
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- Wax
- Char
- Hydrates
- Asphaltenes
The Correct Option is A, C, D
Solution and Explanation
Step 1: Wax formation is the most common issue in offshore pipelines as it precipitates when the temperature drops below the wax appearance point.
Step 2: Char is a product of incomplete combustion, while hydrates form in the presence of water and gas, but it is not typically associated with pipeline blockages.
Step 3: Asphaltenes can precipitate, but they do not usually cause pipeline blockages.
Thus, the correct answer is (A) Wax.
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