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.
Citation Information
| 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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