1. Magnetic Surveys
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2. Gravity and Density
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3. Measuring Resistivity
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Unit Three - Geophysical Methods
3. Measuring Resitivity
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1. Explain how measuring conductivity can be used in geophysical exploration.


2. Give examples of mineral conductors.

 

3. Explain the effect water has on conductivity.

 

4. Describe how an electrical anomaly is located.

 

5. Explain the relationship between conductivity and resistance.

 

6. Explain how an induced polarization survey could be useful in exploration

 

7. Define self potential and explain how it is caused.

 

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