Gravity anomalies help in identifying:
A. Electrical conductivity zones
B. Temperature variation
C. Magnetic minerals
D. Subsurface density variations
Answer: Option D
Solution (By Examveda Team)
Gravity anomalies are caused by density contrasts in subsurface materials and are useful for identifying buried features.Related Questions on Geophysical Methods in Engineering
Which geophysical method uses electrical resistivity to study subsurface layers?
A. Seismic reflection
B. Electrical resistivity method
C. Gravity method
D. Magnetic method
What is the primary physical property measured in the seismic refraction method?
A. Electrical resistivity
B. Density
C. Seismic wave velocity
D. Magnetic susceptibility
The magnetic method in geophysics is used to detect:
A. Density contrasts
B. Magnetic anomalies
C. Water table depth
D. Pore pressure
Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) is most effective in detecting:
A. Subsurface water
B. Magnetic minerals
C. Airborne pollutants
D. Earthquakes

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