Geophysical survey

Geophysical survey

Geophysical survey refers to the systematic collection of geophysical data for spatial studies. Geophysical surveys may use a great variety of sensing instruments, and data may be collected from above or below the Earth's surface or from aerial or marine platforms. Geophysical surveys have many applications in Earth science, archaeology, and engineering. Many disciplines have developed unique methods and terminology.

ee also

*Archaeological geophysics
*Exploration geophysics
*Nondestructive testing


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