Overview
Geophysical methods play a vital role in understanding and mitigating geohazards by providing insights into the Earth's subsurface. Techniques such as seismic methods, electrical resistivity, and Ground Penetrating Radar are essential for assessing risks associated with natural disasters like earthq...
Key Terms
Example: Seismic waves are generated during an earthquake.
Example: GPR can detect buried objects and geological features.
Example: Used to locate groundwater resources.
Example: Magnetic surveys help identify mineral deposits.
Example: Geohazards can be assessed using geophysical methods.
Example: Data interpretation is crucial for hazard assessment.
Related Topics
Landslide Risk Assessment
Study of methods to evaluate and mitigate landslide risks using geophysical techniques.
intermediateEarthquake Engineering
Focuses on designing structures to withstand seismic forces and reduce earthquake damage.
advancedHydrogeophysics
Explores the use of geophysical methods to study groundwater systems.
intermediateKey Concepts
Seismic MethodsMagnetic SurveysElectrical ResistivityGround Penetrating Radar