The analysis of angular atypicality of lineaments as an aid to mineral exploration

The Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy
J. P. G. Pretorius T. C. Partridge
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Jan 5, 1974

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The analysis of angular atypicality of lineaments as an aid to mineral exploration by J. P. G. PRETORI USc, M.Sc. (Pret.) (Visitor) and T. C. PARTRIDGE, Ph.D. (Natal) (Visitor) In an exploration project, data pertaining to 84000 lineaments in an area of 25 000 km2 were recorded. The total length of lineaments in intervals of one degree was determined. Angular intervals with Iow length densities were regarded as atypical. The proportion (by length) of lineaments with such atypical orientation was calculated for 5 km X 5 km grid squares. This index of angular atypicality was contoured and, used in conjunction with conventional photogeological techniques, contributed in a large measure to the success of the investigation.
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APA: J. P. G. Pretorius T. C. Partridge  (1974)  The analysis of angular atypicality of lineaments as an aid to mineral exploration

MLA: J. P. G. Pretorius T. C. Partridge The analysis of angular atypicality of lineaments as an aid to mineral exploration. The Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy, 1974.

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