International Journal of
Physical Sciences

  • Abbreviation: Int. J. Phys. Sci.
  • Language: English
  • ISSN: 1992-1950
  • DOI: 10.5897/IJPS
  • Start Year: 2006
  • Published Articles: 2572

Full Length Research Paper

2D electrical resistivity imaging of fracture zones in Isu-Awaa, Enugu State, Southeastern Nigeria

Chukwudi C. Ezeh
  • Chukwudi C. Ezeh
  • Department of Geology and Mining, Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu State, Nigeria.
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Nneka O. Nwankwo
  • Nneka O. Nwankwo
  • Enugu State Polytechnic, Iwollo-Oghe, Enugu State, Nigeria.
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Austin C. Okonkwo
  • Austin C. Okonkwo
  • Department of Geology and Mining, Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu State, Nigeria.
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  •  Received: 06 March 2022
  •  Accepted: 03 August 2022
  •  Published: 31 August 2022

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