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The document outlines basic seismic theory, covering topics such as seismic waves, reflection, wavelets, and resolution. It includes key equations and parameters related to seismic wave behavior, including velocity, frequency, and wavelength. Additionally, it discusses reflection coefficients, seismic signals, and the effects of faults on seismic reflections.

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basicgeophysics_02

The document outlines basic seismic theory, covering topics such as seismic waves, reflection, wavelets, and resolution. It includes key equations and parameters related to seismic wave behavior, including velocity, frequency, and wavelength. Additionally, it discusses reflection coefficients, seismic signals, and the effects of faults on seismic reflections.

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Basic seismic theory

 Seismic waves
 Normal reflection
 Wavelets
 Vertical resolution
 Horizontal resolution
P and S waves in a spring
Particle movement in a P wave
Characteristics of seismic waves

Velocity = frequency x wavelength

Some typical values: velocity frequency wavelength

shallow 2000 m/s 50 Hz 40 m


deep 5000 m/s 20 Hz 250 m
Wave parameters
Reflected and refracted rays
Calculation of reflection coefficient
Reflection coefficient values
Seismic signals and wavelets
Polarity and phase
Reflection polarity
Vertical resolution
Tuning
Fresnel zone
Horizontal resolution
Reflections from both sides of fault (1)
Reflections from both sides of fault (2)

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