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Evolution of 3-D geologic framework modeling and its application to groundwater flow studies

http://pubs.usgs.gov/fs/2012/3106/

Methods to depict the connectedness of rock units across fault and fracture zones, allowing us to determine the distribution of geologic units, structural features, and other controlling factors, such as porosity and permeability.

by Blome, Charles D. and Smith, David V.
U.S. Geological Survey Fact Sheet 2012-3106
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Related topics:
Geographic information systems (GIS), Geologic structure, Geology, Groundwater, Groundwater flow, Hydrogeology, Mathematical modeling, Permeability, Porosity, Aquifers
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