Archaeogeophysics in Georgia – New Results, New Prospects

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T.Chelidze, D.Odilavadze, K.Pitskhelauri, J Kiria, R.Gogua

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The basics of archaeogeophysics is a difference in physical properties (electrical conductivity, dielectric constant, magnetic susceptibility) of a buried archaeological object and surrounding geological media: as a result the physical field measured on the surface creates anomaly. Modern precise devices and special computer programs allow fast and accurate location of buried archaeological object and determination of its size and burial depth. A short review of archaeogeophysical research in Georgia is given. Fundamentals of main archaeogeophysical methods: georadar, magnetic and electrical prospecting are set forth. The results of  archaeogeophysical investigations in areas of Shiraki (georadar) and Armaztsikhe-Bagineti (electrical prospecting) are analyzed.
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Published: Apr 23, 2013

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K.Pitskhelauri, J Kiria, R.Gogua, T. D. (2013). Archaeogeophysics in Georgia – New Results, New Prospects. Journals of Georgian Geophysical Society, 15, 24–34. Retrieved from https://ggs.openjournals.ge/index.php/GGS/article/view/26
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Vol. 15: PHYSICS OF SOLID EARTH
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