Geophysical Prospecting

Geophysical prospecting is a method used to explore the Earth's subsurface to locate mineral deposits, oil, gas, or groundwater. It involves measuring natural variations in physical properties, such as magnetic or electrical signals, or detecting responses to artificially introduced signals. By analyzing these measurements, geophysicists can create images of underground structures without drilling. This non-invasive approach helps identify promising sites more effectively, reducing risk and cost before excavation or extraction begins. Essentially, it acts as a way to "see" beneath the surface using physical properties to guide resource exploration.