airborne gravity survey

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airborne gravity survey A regional gravity survey undertaken from the air. Such surveys are now rapid and precise because of the development of gravimeters capable of being compensated for changes in the motion and flight path of an aircraft, particularly a helicopter.

A Dictionary of Earth Sciences AILSA ALLABY and MICHAEL ALLABY

gravity survey

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gravity survey A survey, usually a profile or grid, undertaken to determine the gravitational acceleration within an area.

A Dictionary of Earth Sciences AILSA ALLABY and MICHAEL ALLABY

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