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Properties and Equipment, Net (Details 2) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2012 | Dec. 31, 2011 | Dec. 31, 2010
Net changes in capitalized exploratory well costs |  |  |
Balance at the beginning of the period | $ 5,328 | $ 4,285 | $ 4,179
Additions to capitalized exploratory well costs pending the determination of proved reserves | 10,390 | 5,328 | 4,285
Reclassifications to wells, facilities, and equipment based on the determination of proved reserves |  | (1,138) | (4,148)
Capitalized exploratory well costs charged to expense | (5,328) | (3,147) | (31)
Balance at the end of the period | $ 10,390 | $ 5,328 | $ 4,285

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