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Geological Engineering · Q57

Geophysical Methods in Engineering

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 57

Q57

Which type of waves are used in reflection seismic surveys?

A.
Refracted waves
B.
Surface waves
C.
Reflected body waves
Answer
D.
Rayleigh waves

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Reflection seismic uses reflected body waves to map horizontal and dipping strata.