Analysis of Fractures and Discontinuities in Jurassic-Cretaceous Limestones of Mugla Seydikemer Utilizing Ground Penetrating Radar
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Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), limestone, Structural Discontinuity, Boğalar (Seydikemer, Muğla)Abstract
This research is to examine the structural discontinuities and fracture-crack systems of Jurassic-Cretaceous limestones in the Seydikemer Boğalar area of Muğla province using Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR). The region's geology has intricate fracture networks resulting from tectonic activity, which provide significant information for hydrogeological dynamics and engineering endeavors. The limestones have a gray hue and strong strength on new fracture surfaces, but they transition to brown and display reduced strength in changed zones. The GPR technique allowed comprehensive mapping of subsurface discontinuities with data gathered from 12 distinct profiles. Besides near-surface cracks, fracture systems reaching into deep were also detected with radargrams. The data was combined with field observations to provide a thorough evaluation of the depth and scope of subsurface discontinuities. This technique identified vulnerable locations of possible danger for mining and building projects. The study's results indicate that GPR effectively maps discontinuities in carbonate rocks, such as limestone, by delivering high-resolution data. This research, carried out in the Seydikemer Boğalar area of Turkey, illustrates the efficacy of Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) in geotechnical and mining endeavors, offering a significant addition to analogous worldwide studies in the literature. The forthcoming amalgamation of GPR with other geophysical techniques will facilitate the creation of more intricate models of subsurface formations.
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