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New maps of natural radioactivity reveal critical minerals and more

October 7, 2025

High-resolution airborne radiometric surveys are covering more ground than ever to provide insights into unseen geology, mineral resource potential, and possible health hazards.

Publication Year 2025
Title New maps of natural radioactivity reveal critical minerals and more
DOI 10.1029/2025EO250370
Authors Anjana K. Shah, Daniel H. Doctor, Chloe Danielle Gustafson, Alan D Pitts
Publication Type Article
Publication Subtype Journal Article
Series Title Eos, American Geophysical Union
Index ID 70272823
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse
USGS Organization Geology, Geophysics, and Geochemistry Science Center; Florence Bascom Geoscience Center
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