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Record 1 2013-08-21

English

Subject field(s)
  • Geological Prospecting
  • Geological Research and Exploration
DEF

An electric log which records the resistivity of a formation.

OBS

[A proximity log] is similar to a normal electric log except that the electrodes are placed in close proximity to the bore wall enabling resistance to be measured more accurately.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Prospection géologique
  • Recherches et prospections géologiques
OBS

[...] enregistre la résistivité de la formation près de la paroi du sondage.

Spanish

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