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Deep Seismic Reflection and Refraction Profiling

Classically, multichannel recording, along a measurement line, of (mostly) seismic P-waves, artificially generated using large energy sources, after these have traveled deep thru the earth’s crust (and upper mantle). Later developments include multicomponent recording enabling analysis of shear waves. Deep reflection profiling is mostly done using vibrators (on land) or air guns (in water) at near-vertical distances (8–12 km) to image the structure of the crust and upper mantle. Wide-angle reflection/refraction profiling uses large explosions and recording distances (200–300 km), primarily to obtain velocity information down to the upper mantle.

Synonyms

Active source seismology ; Controlled source seismology; Deep seismic sounding; Explosion seismology; Wide-angle reflection/refraction profiling

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