Hidden Vein Problem: Is there gold beneath the surface and if so, where and at what depth is the ore?
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Science
Structural Geology
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
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Two prospectors and long-time competitors, Busch and Helmke, have been exploring for gold in the general area of Dismal Flats.Much to Busch’s dismay, Helmke has recently discovered a major ore shoot and has opened a small but profitable mine.
Even though Helmke has tried to maintain absolute secrecy, Busch has learned that the highest-grade ore is located at the intersection of a major quartz vein and the upper contact of the Merion Sandstone.Using his famous high-speed mapping technique, Busch produced the attached sketch map of the Dismal Flats area.He then staked the only available claim in the area that included the upper Merion contact.Unfortunately the quartz vein was not exposed in the claim.
In order to recover some of his losses, Busch has decided to sell his claim.He has assured a potential buyer that gold is “just below the surface” but because of his somewhat shady reputation, the buyer is suspicious.You have been hired to evaluate the Busch claim.Is there gold beneath the surface and if so, where and at what depth is the ore?
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