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Integrating Remote Sensing, GIS, and Magnetic Geophysics for the Evaluation of Mineral Resources in the Bahariya-Farafra Region, Western Desert, Egypt, for Industrial Development

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Last updated: 28 Dec 2024

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Environmental Earth Sciences.

Abstract

This study integrates remote sensing, GIS, and aeromagnetic geophysical methods to evaluate mineral resources in the Bahariya-Farafra region, Western Desert, Egypt, to promote sustainable industrial development. The region is rich in various nonmetallic minerals and ornamental stones, including calcite, gypsum, clay minerals, sandstones, limestones, and dolomites, as well as significant iron ore deposits. Advanced edge detection filters and CET grid analysis were applied to aeromagnetic data to delineate geological structures, fault systems, and areas with potential mineralization. The results reveal promising zones for sulfide-bearing minerals, supported by identifying key lineaments associated with mineral accumulation. This comprehensive approach offers valuable insights for investment in strategic industries, enhances national income, and encourages urban development, contributing to alleviating population density issues in urban centers. The study underscores the importance of multi-disciplinary methodologies in resource assessment, laying the groundwork for future exploration and sustainable development initiatives in Egypt's Western Desert.

DOI

10.21608/egjg.2024.334656.1093

Keywords

Remote Sensing, GIS, Aeromagnetic Method, Mineral exploration, Bahariya-Farafra Region

Authors

First Name

Alaa

Last Name

Hasan

MiddleName

Nayef

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National Authority for Remote Sensing and Space Sciences, Egypt

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alaa_nayef@hotmail.com

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First Name

Mostafa

Last Name

Nagy

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Geology Department, Faculty of Science, Kafr Elsheikh University, Egypt

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mostafa.nagy38@yahoo.com

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First Name

Mohamed

Last Name

Ahmed

MiddleName

Anwar

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National Authority for Remote Sensing and Space Sciences, Egypt

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mabat_560@yahoo.co.uk

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First Name

Ahmed

Last Name

El-Meselhy

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Department of Geophysical Sciences, National Research Centre, Cairo, Egypt

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Volume

68

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1

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45415

Issue Date

2024-12-01

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2024-11-07

Publish Date

2024-11-21

Page Start

417

Page End

435

Print ISSN

0022-1384

Online ISSN

2805-2617

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https://egjg.journals.ekb.eg/article_392940.html

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2,013

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Egyptian Journal of Geology

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

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Integrating Remote Sensing, GIS, and Magnetic Geophysics for the Evaluation of Mineral Resources in the Bahariya-Farafra Region, Western Desert, Egypt, for Industrial Development

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28 Dec 2024