Title 30 — Mineral Lands and MiningRelease 119-73
§28–2 Definitions
Title 30 › Chapter CHAPTER 2— - MINERAL LANDS AND REGULATIONS IN GENERAL › § 28–2
Summary
Gives the meanings of four key terms used earlier. Geological surveys are ground studies that use geology to find mineral deposits. Geochemical surveys are ground studies that use chemistry to find mineral deposits. Geophysical surveys are ground studies that use instruments and common testing methods to spot physical differences in rocks to find mineral deposits. A qualified expert is a person who has the education or experience needed to carry out those surveys.
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Title 30, §28–2
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As used in section 28–1 of this title,
(a)The term “geological surveys” means surveys on the ground for mineral deposits by the proper application of the principles and techniques of the science of geology as they relate to the search for and discovery of mineral deposits;
(b)The term “geochemical surveys” means surveys on the ground for mineral deposits by the proper application of the principles and techniques of the science of chemistry as they relate to the search for and discovery of mineral deposits;
(c)The term “geophysical surveys” means surveys on the ground for mineral deposits through the employment of generally recognized equipment and methods for measuring physical differences between rock types or discontinuities in geological formations;
(d)The term “qualified expert” means an individual qualified by education or experience to conduct geological, geochemical or geophysical surveys, as the case may be.
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30 U.S.C. § 28–2
Title 30 — Mineral Lands and Mining
Last Updated
Apr 6, 2026
Release point: 119-73