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Compressional wave velocity has been measured in the laboratory by the ultrasonic pulse technique in a number of rock specimens of different geological formations collected from different parts of India. The effect of water saturation on the velocity in some of the porous samples has been investigated. The velocity in some polycrystalline aggregate crystals and in some ores has also been determined. The accuracy of measurements varies from 1 to 2 per cent. The results of measurements with geological details are presented in tabulated form.
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Datta, S., Madhwa Simha, K.R. Elastic wave velocities in rocks. PAGEOPH 70, 5–11 (1968). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00875134
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