Journal of Geology & Geophysics
Open Access
ISSN: 2381-8719
ISSN: 2381-8719
Department of Physics, Air Force Institute of Technology, Kaduna, Nigeria
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. Interpretation of the data acquire.. View More»
DOI:
10.35248/2381-8719.24.13.1163