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Geological Engineering · Q27

Groundwater and Hydrogeology

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 27

Q27

Which geophysical method is commonly used to map groundwater zones?

A.
Magnetic survey
B.
Resistivity method
Answer
C.
Gravity survey
D.
Seismic refraction

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
The resistivity method detects variations in subsurface electrical resistivity to locate water-bearing formations, as saturated rocks conduct electricity better.