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Divestitures (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2013	Jun. 30, 2012
Divestitures [Abstract]
Proceeds from Sales of Producing Properties and Acreage	$ 580	$ 1,112

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Estimated proceeds from the sale of producing properties and acreage.

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