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MAGNETIC SURVEY [1 record]

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Record 1 2013-03-28

English

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

... the measurement of the magnetic-field intensity and sometimes the magnetic inclination, or dip, and declination (departure from geographic north) at several stations.

CONT

... most magnetic surveys are designed to map structure on or within the basement, or to detect magnetic minerals directly.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Prospection magnétique et électromagnétique
  • Recherches et prospections géologiques
DEF

[...] ensemble de déterminations magnétiques pour l'établissement des cartes de déclinaison ou d'inclinaison ou même de l'intensité du champ magnétique.

Spanish

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