Journal of Geology & Geophysics
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Department of Physics, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria

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• Research Article   
  Characterization of Buried Targets at an Experimental Geophysical Site Using Ground Magnetic Geophysical Methods
  Author(s): Joseph Omeiza Alao*, Kolawole Muyideen Lawal, Bala Bello Muhammad Dewu and Jimoh Raimi
  
  The ground magnetic investigation is fast becoming a powerful geophysical tool to resolve environmental challenges. It involves the application of basic geophysical methods and principles to detect environmental contaminants. This article presents the outcomes of the investigation carried out at Ahmadu Bello University Geophysical Test Site (ABUGTS) to simulate a broad range of features usually encountered in environmental contexts to enhance the understanding of the subsurface information. The Total Magnetic Field (TMF) of the natural subsoil of the site was obtained before the installation of buried targets to identify the possible existing buried materials that could alter or influence geophysical data. Laboratory test was carried out on the buried targets to determine the magnetic susceptibility, electrical conductivity, density, volume and mass. Interpretatio.. View More»
  DOI: 10.35248/2381-8719.23.12.1163

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