Adjustment of geochemical background by robust multivariate statistics
Conventional analyses of exploration geochemical data assume that the background is a constant or slowly changing value, equivalent to a plane or a smoothly curved surface. However, it is better to regard the geochemical background as a rugged surface, varying with changes in geology and environment. This rugged surface can be estimated from observed geological, geochemical and environmental properties by using multivariate statistics.
Citation Information
Publication Year | 1985 |
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Title | Adjustment of geochemical background by robust multivariate statistics |
DOI | 10.1016/0375-6742(85)90046-9 |
Authors | D. Zhou |
Publication Type | Article |
Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
Series Title | Journal of Geochemical Exploration |
Index ID | 70012971 |
Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |