Geoelectrochemical exploration

The methods of geoelectrochemical exploration are based on investigation of the polarisation curve (voltammogram), which records the dependence of a current through an electronic conductor on its electrode potential. The electrode potential of an electronic conductor is its potential measured with respect to an auxiliary standard non-polarisable electrode which is immersed in the host ionic conductor in direct contact with the surface of the electronic conductor. 

Putikov, O F., 1987. Theoretical basis of the geoelectrochemical exploration methods. Leningrad State University Press, Leningrad, 176 pp. (in Russian). 

Alekseev, S.G., Dukhanin, A.S., Veshcv, S.A. and Voroshilov, N.A., 1996. Some aspects of practical use of geoelectrochemical methods of exploration for deep-seated mineralisation. J. Geochem. 

Karar, V.P.and Sakovich, B.B., 1989. Application of the CHIM method for prospecting placer gold deposits at the Enisey mountain-ridge. Application of Geoelectrochemical methods for Prospecting and Exploration of Ore Deposits. NPO Rudgeofizika, Leningrad, pp. 189-112 (in Russian). 

Ryss, Yu.S., 1983. Geoelectrochemical Methods of Exploration (Introduction to Geoelectrochemistry). Nedra, Leningrad, 255 pp. (in Russian). 

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