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Geophysical Methods and Instrumentation

Description: This quiz covers the fundamental concepts, techniques, and instrumentation used in geophysical methods for exploring the Earth's structure, composition, and properties.
Number of Questions: 15
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Which geophysical method utilizes seismic waves to study the Earth's interior?

  1. Gravity

  2. Magnetics

  3. Seismic Refraction

  4. Electrical Resistivity


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Seismic refraction is a geophysical method that uses seismic waves to determine the structure and properties of the Earth's subsurface.

What is the primary physical property measured in gravity surveys?

  1. Magnetic susceptibility

  2. Electrical conductivity

  3. Density

  4. Seismic velocity


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Gravity surveys measure variations in the Earth's gravitational field, which are caused by variations in the density of subsurface materials.

Which geophysical method uses electromagnetic fields to study the Earth's subsurface?

  1. Seismic Reflection

  2. Ground Penetrating Radar

  3. Magnetotellurics

  4. Electrical Resistivity Imaging


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Magnetotellurics is a geophysical method that uses naturally occurring electromagnetic fields to study the Earth's electrical conductivity structure.

What is the principle behind electrical resistivity imaging?

  1. Measuring the Earth's magnetic field

  2. Detecting seismic waves

  3. Measuring the Earth's gravitational field

  4. Injecting electrical current into the ground and measuring the resulting potential differences


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Electrical resistivity imaging involves injecting electrical current into the ground and measuring the resulting potential differences to determine the electrical resistivity of the subsurface.

Which geophysical method utilizes ground-penetrating radar waves to investigate shallow subsurface structures?

  1. Seismic Tomography

  2. Electrical Resistivity Tomography

  3. Magnetotellurics

  4. Ground Penetrating Radar


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ground-penetrating radar uses high-frequency electromagnetic waves to investigate shallow subsurface structures, such as buried objects, geological formations, and groundwater.

What is the purpose of seismic tomography?

  1. Measuring the Earth's magnetic field

  2. Determining the density of subsurface materials

  3. Studying the Earth's electrical conductivity structure

  4. Creating images of the Earth's interior using seismic waves


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Seismic tomography is a geophysical technique that uses seismic waves to create images of the Earth's interior, providing insights into its structure and composition.

Which geophysical method measures the Earth's magnetic field?

  1. Gravity

  2. Seismic Refraction

  3. Electrical Resistivity

  4. Magnetics


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Magnetics is a geophysical method that measures the Earth's magnetic field, which is influenced by the presence of magnetic minerals and structures in the subsurface.

What is the primary application of microgravity surveys?

  1. Studying groundwater flow patterns

  2. Detecting buried objects

  3. Mapping geological structures

  4. Exploring for mineral resources


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Microgravity surveys are commonly used to map geological structures, such as faults, folds, and subsurface cavities, by measuring subtle variations in the Earth's gravitational field.

Which geophysical method utilizes seismic waves to create high-resolution images of the Earth's subsurface?

  1. Seismic Tomography

  2. Seismic Reflection

  3. Electrical Resistivity Imaging

  4. Ground Penetrating Radar


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Seismic reflection is a geophysical method that uses seismic waves to create high-resolution images of the Earth's subsurface by recording the reflections of seismic waves from subsurface layers.

What is the principle behind magnetotelluric soundings?

  1. Measuring the Earth's magnetic field

  2. Injecting electrical current into the ground

  3. Detecting seismic waves

  4. Measuring variations in the Earth's gravitational field


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Magnetotelluric soundings involve measuring variations in the Earth's magnetic field and electric field at the surface to study the Earth's electrical conductivity structure.

Which geophysical method is commonly used to detect buried metallic objects?

  1. Seismic Refraction

  2. Electrical Resistivity Imaging

  3. Magnetics

  4. Ground Penetrating Radar


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Magnetics is commonly used to detect buried metallic objects because magnetic anomalies are caused by the presence of magnetic materials, such as iron and steel.

What is the primary application of electrical resistivity tomography?

  1. Mapping geological structures

  2. Detecting buried objects

  3. Exploring for mineral resources

  4. Studying groundwater flow patterns


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Electrical resistivity tomography is often used to study groundwater flow patterns by measuring the electrical resistivity of the subsurface, which is influenced by the presence of water and its salinity.

Which geophysical method utilizes seismic waves to study the Earth's crust and upper mantle?

  1. Seismic Reflection

  2. Seismic Tomography

  3. Seismic Refraction

  4. Ground Penetrating Radar


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Seismic refraction is a geophysical method that uses seismic waves to study the Earth's crust and upper mantle by recording the refractions of seismic waves at subsurface boundaries.

What is the principle behind gravity surveys?

  1. Measuring the Earth's magnetic field

  2. Detecting seismic waves

  3. Injecting electrical current into the ground

  4. Measuring variations in the Earth's gravitational field


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Gravity surveys involve measuring variations in the Earth's gravitational field, which are caused by variations in the density of subsurface materials.

Which geophysical method utilizes electromagnetic fields to study the Earth's subsurface conductivity structure?

  1. Seismic Tomography

  2. Electrical Resistivity Imaging

  3. Magnetotellurics

  4. Ground Penetrating Radar


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Magnetotellurics is a geophysical method that utilizes electromagnetic fields to study the Earth's subsurface conductivity structure by measuring naturally occurring electromagnetic fields.

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