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Seismic reflection methods

Geophysical technique to study the subsurface of the earth using sound waves induced by explosives, vibrating devices, or percussive equipment. The reflections of the sound waves from the boundaries of different rocks are measured.

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Field demonstrations of five geophysical methods that could be used to characterize deposits of alluvial aggregate [New Window]: Data from seismic reflection and refraction, electromagnetic sounding, and resistivity profiling in a study area in Indiana. Exact location is not provided.
Geophysical surveys of Bear Lake, Utah-Idaho, September, 2002 [New Window]: Detailed bathymetry, lake-floor acoustic imaging, and sample characteristics to infer bottom sediment characteristics.

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