Seismic Surveys
Oil and Gas Exploration Commonly, seismic surveys are used in oil and gas exploration to identify structures and rock layers […]
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Oil and Gas Exploration Commonly, seismic surveys are used in oil and gas exploration to identify structures and rock layers […]
Although ground magnetic surveys measure rock magnetism, they can help find minerals that aren’t magnetic, including gold. In fact, the
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Soil sampling is a basic technique of mineral exploration. Cheaper than drilling, sampling can be used to quickly establish the
Rock & Soil Sampling – The Key To Most Exploration Projects Read More »
The First Contact The initial contact with a landowner can be nerve-racking not only for the geologist but also for
Landholder Liaison – Geologists and Landowners Read More »
Silver, along with gold, has been prized by humanity since ancient times. It’s still one of the world’s most traded
Graphite is a form or “allotrope” of carbon. Another well-known allotrope of carbon is diamond, which goes to prove there
Aluminium (or aluminum) is the thirteenth element on the periodic table. It has the symbol Al, which is an abbreviation
The aluminum deposits near Weipa in the York Peninsula of northern Queensland, Australia are among the largest and highest grade
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Copper has been used by mankind for over 10,000 years. Highly prized for its strength and its suitability for use
Many civilisations have had an eternal love affair with gold. As a consequence, wars have been fought over it and