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    Geophysics in the Search for Diamonds in the Kimberley Region of Western Australia

    246121_Wilkes Paul Graeme 2016.pdf (24.21Mb)
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    Open access
    Authors
    Wilkes, Paul Graeme
    Date
    2013
    Supervisor
    Dr Jayson Meyers
    Assoc. Prof. Brett Harris
    Type
    Thesis
    Award
    PhD
    
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    Department of Exploration Geophysics
    URI
    http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11937/1438
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    Abstract

    This thesis explores new ways of using airborne and ground geophysical methods for diamond exploration in the Kimberley region of Western Australia. Four test areas were used to compare geophysical results with known kimberlite and diamond occurences. The thesis includes a review of diamond exploration models and geophysical methods used worldwide over the last 50 years. It shows how geophysics can provide exploration guidelines and strategies for improved exploration.

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