What does an anomaly in geophysical surveys typically indicate?
A. Perfect homogeneity
B. Subsurface irregularity
C. High porosity
D. Noise
Answer: Option B
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A geophysical anomaly represents a deviation from normal background values, often indicating subsurface features like cavities or ore bodies.This Question Belongs to Geological Engineering >> 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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