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Sediment core X-ray CT system in Santa Cruz

By Pacific Coastal and Marine Science Center
Photograph of a laboratory with a big x-ray machine and two computers for calibration and visualization.
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Detailed Description

The Geotek RXCT, a rotating x-ray computed tomography system, is used for creating ultra high-resolution imagery of sediment cores. The system resides at the USGS Pacific Coastal and Marine Science Center in Santa Cruz, California. It requires the operator to take specialized training and hold safety certifications.

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