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Integrated Assessment of Surface and Subsurface Structural Framework using Aeromagnetic and Remote Sensing Data: A Case Study of Wadi Beizah Area, Central Eastern Desert, Egypt

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Last updated: 28 Dec 2024

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Applied & Theoretical Geophysics.

Abstract

This study explores the heart of the Eastern Desert, an area rich in geological history and ripe for new discoveries. Advanced remote sensing techniques were employed to map the topographical landscape, unveiling a diverse range of surface structural features. From Late Proterozoic rocks to recent Quaternary deposits, the analysis highlights a variety of lithologies and tectonic fabrics that have shaped the region's history. Utilizing high-resolution elevation data and magnetic field analysis, previously undiscovered patterns were revealed. Mapping of stream networks and subtle elevation changes from the surface data indicates potential pathways for groundwater resources. Furthermore, sophisticated analysis of the magnetic field and elevation data unveils dominant structural patterns present in both the surface and subsurface settings of the study area. These trends, oriented northwest-southeast, northeast-southwest, and north-south, hold immense significance for mineral exploration and future water resource investigations. The findings not only shed light on the complex geological history of the Eastern Desert but also underscore its potential for future development and resource exploration.

DOI

10.21608/egjg.2024.303572.1083

Keywords

Total magnetic intensity, Digital Elevation Model, Mineral exploration, and water resource investigations

Authors

First Name

Mohamed

Last Name

Abou-Mahmoud

MiddleName

Elsaied

Affiliation

Department of Petroleum Geology, Faculty of Petroleum and Mining Sciences, Matrouh University, Marsa Matrouh, Egypt

Email

mohamedelsaied@mau.edu.eg

City

Alexandria

Orcid

0000-0003-4062-5905

First Name

Mahmoud

Last Name

Sharkawy

MiddleName

Shehata

Affiliation

Department of Petroleum Geology, Faculty of Petroleum and Mining Sciences, Matrouh University, Marsa Matrouh, Egypt.

Email

mahmoud.shehata.sharkawy@mau.edu.eg

City

-

Orcid

0009-0005-9374-3974

First Name

Mohamed Elsadek

Last Name

Sabra

MiddleName

M

Affiliation

Geophysics Department, Egyptian Mineral Resources Authority, Cairo, Egypt

Email

muhamed.elsadek@yahoo.com

City

Tanta

Orcid

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Volume

68

Article Issue

1

Related Issue

45415

Issue Date

2024-12-01

Receive Date

2024-07-16

Publish Date

2024-12-01

Page Start

261

Page End

276

Print ISSN

0022-1384

Online ISSN

2805-2617

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https://egjg.journals.ekb.eg/article_372516.html

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https://egjg.journals.ekb.eg/service?article_code=372516

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Original Article

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2,013

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Journal

Publication Title

Egyptian Journal of Geology

Publication Link

https://egjg.journals.ekb.eg/

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Integrated Assessment of Surface and Subsurface Structural Framework using Aeromagnetic and Remote Sensing Data: A Case Study of Wadi Beizah Area, Central Eastern Desert, Egypt

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28 Dec 2024