geophysical definition

geophysical means prospecting techniques which measure the physical properties (magnetism, conductivity, density, etc.) of rocks and define anomalies for further testing.
geophysical means the study of the Earth by quantitative physical methods, either by surveys conducted on the ground, in the air (by fixed wing aircraft or helicopter) or in a borehole or drill hole.
geophysical means of or concern with geophysics; “geophysics” means related to the study of the earth’s physical

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