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ELECTROCHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF ROCKS AND MINERALS.

January 1, 1985

Many phenomena and processes in the earth sciences are a result of the electrochemical properties of rocks and minerals. Examples include formation of mineral deposits and petroleum reservoirs control of drilling muds, and success or failure of toxic waste isolation barriers. Such phenomena can be observed at a distance using geophysical techniques to measure various electrical properties of the earth.

Publication Year 1985
Title ELECTROCHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF ROCKS AND MINERALS.
Authors Gary R. Olhoeft
Publication Type Conference Paper
Publication Subtype Conference Paper
Index ID 70013299
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse