Hydraulic fracturing involves fracturing rock at depth with fluid pressure, which can be accomplished by pumping water into a well at very high pressure.
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Hydraulic fracturing involves fracturing rock at depth with fluid pressure, which can be accomplished by pumping water into a well at very high pressure.
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