Multivariate statistical analysis to support the National Uranium Resource Evaluation and to evaluate strategic and other commercially important mineral resources

Abstract: Multivariate statistical analyses were carried out on Hydrogeochemical and Stream Sediment Reconnaissance data from the Craig quadrangle, Colorado, to support the National Uranium Resource Evaluation and to evaluate strategic or other important commercial mineral resources. A few areas for favorable uranium mineralization are suggested for parts of the Wyoming Basin, Park Range, and Gore Range. Six potential source rocks for uranium are postulated based on factor score mapping. Vanadium in stream sediments is suggested as a pathfinder for carnotite-type mineralization. A probable northwest trend of lead-zinc-copper mineralization associated with Tertiary intrusions is suggested. A few locations are mapped where copper is associated with cobalt. Concentrations of placer sands containing rare earth elements, probably of commercial value, are indicated for parts of the Sand Wash Basin.

From abstract: This report provides "a hydrologic analysis of the proposed Badger-Beaver Creeks artificial-recharge project . . . made with the aid of three digital computer models." It includes maps, graphs, and tables.

From purpose of study: The Vallecito Conglomerate of the Needle Mountains area in southwestern Colorado was studied to evaluate the uranium potential of the unit and to test the applicability of the uraniferous Precambrian pebble-conglomerate exploration model in this area. The main thrust of this project is the Vallecito Conglomerate, but the Uncompahgre Formation, which is also in the Needle Mountains area has basal conglomerate that was investigated in a reconnaissance mode. Five specific objectives have been formulated to meet the overall purpose of this project, and these include: a) Determine the uranium distribution in the Vallecito Conglomerate and the basal conglomerate of the Uncompahgre Formation. b) Evaluate the uranium resources of the area to the degree possible utilizing available information and personal field investigations. c) Test the validity of application of the Precambrian quartz-pebble conglomerate model to this area. d) Recommend detailed studies and delineate drilling sites in the area to further evaluate the uranium resources if warranted. e) Recommend additional geologic, geophysical and geochemical studies which would bear directly on evaluation of uranium resources of the Precambrian pebble conglomerates in the Needle Mountains area.

Drilling logs recorded for various holes as part of the Sand Wash Basin Intermediate Grade Project.

"This report consists of engineering details, statistics, individual borehole histories, and logistics for the 27 boreholes drilled in the project. Geophysical logs are included." (from Introduction)

"This report consists of engineering details, statistics, and logistics of the 19 boreholes drilled in the project. Geophysical logs are included on microfiche in the back of this report." (from Introduction)

Characteristics of the oceanic mixed layer over the North Pacific were examined utilizing a number of statistical methods. Based on the analyses of twelve years of data, a quasi-meridional differentiation (QMD) in sea surface temperature (SST) spectra across the North Pacific was observed. The SST spectra became increasingly red as an increasing function of latitude. A strong 21 to 26 day cycle in SST anomalies is discussed which may be a reflection of heat fluxes. These fluxes also vacillate significantly on this time-scale in conjunction with cycles observed in the atmospheric energy modes of available potential and kinetic energy. Examination of an oceanic heat budget on a spatial and temporal basis suggest that the impact of latent and sensible heat fluxes upon ..delta..SST is partially a function of the magnitude of the heat fluxes as well as of the depth to which their effects are mixed. The heat budget analyses and the fitting of power spectra of SST anomalies over the North Pacific to a two-parameter oceanic model, suggest that SST behavior over the mid-oceanic regions of the North Pacific is dominated by the influence of latent and sensible heat fluxes. On the other hand, over the remainder of the …

Efforts have been primarily directed toward evaluation of the room temperature molten salt electrolyte in terms of its overall performance for photovoltaic cells. Mass transport processes may prove to be the rate-limiting factor for such electrolytes, unless the concentration of the photo-active redox component can be increased and the solvent viscosity reduced. Acid-base surface chemistry of n-GaAs as occurs in aqueous systems, has been found present and its consequences will be further explored. The selection and optimization of PEC electrolytes is a complex task and we believe that a systems approach would facilitate in identifying the basic electrolyte properties needed. A preliminary analysis reveals that although some of the criteria for an electrolyte are definable precisely, others do require empirical experimentation. It can be concluded that relatively few electrolytes in current use are adequate and it would appear that greater efforts to develop electrolytes would be advantageous. The various types of electrolytes that could be used for PEC's have been identified. Good quality MoSe/sub 2/ single crystals can be grown and short circuit currents greater than previously reported have been achieved in an I/sub 2//I/sup -//Pt cell. A novel technique to produce photo-active films by anodization is being investigated, initially …

4,231 miles of high sensitivty airborne radiometric and magnetic data were gathered in southwestern Colorado. Data were collected on traverse lines 1/4 mile apart and on tie lines of approximately 6 mile spacing in five seperate detail areas primarily within the Montrose 1° x 2° sheet. All data were fully reduced and interpered by geoMetrics and are presented as six volumes in this final report.

The following report is the second volume discussing the detailed aerial gamma ray and magnetic survey results taken for the Montrose quadrangle. This report focuses on Area 1, a detail area in Colorado, and provides a detailed geologic summary, interpretation report, six gamma ray and one magnetic contour maps. geochemical analysis map, interpretation map, flight line map, individual corrected profiles, survey area histograms and statistical tables.

The following report is the second volume discussing the detailed aerial gamma ray and magnetic survey results taken for the Montrose quadrangle. This report focuses on Area 2, a detail area in Colorado, and provides a detailed geologic summary, interpretation report, six gamma ray and one magnetic contour maps. geochemical analysis map, interpretation map, flight line map, individual corrected profiles, survey area histograms and statistical tables.

The following report is the second volume discussing the aerial gamma ray and magnetic survey results taken for the Montrose quadrangle. This report focuses on Area 3, a detail area in Colorado, and provides a detailed geologic summary, interpretation report, six gamma ray and one magnetic contour maps. geochemical analysis map, interpretation map, flight line map, individual corrected profiles, survey area histograms and statistical tables.

The following report is the second volume discussing the detailed aerial gamma ray and magnetic survey results taken for the Montrose quadrangle. This report focuses on Area 4, a detail area in Colorado, and provides a detailed geologic summary, interpretation report, six gamma ray and one magnetic contour maps. geochemical analysis map, interpretation map, flight line map, individual corrected profiles, survey area histograms and statistical tables.

The following report is the second volume discussing the detailed aerial gamma ray and magnetic survey results taken for the Montrose quadrangle. This report focuses on Area 5, a detail area in Colorado, and provides a detailed geologic summary, interpretation report, six gamma ray and one magnetic contour maps. geochemical analysis map, interpretation map, flight line map, individual corrected profiles, survey area histograms and statistical tables.

Average record data listings taken during aerial gamma-ray and magnetic surveys of the Montrose Detail Area #1 in Colorado.

Single record data listings taken during aerial gamma-ray and magnetic surveys of the Montrose Detail Area #1 in Colorado.

Average record data listings taken during aerial gamma-ray and magnetic surveys of the Montrose Detail Area #2 in Colorado.

Single record data listings taken during aerial gamma-ray and magnetic surveys of the Montrose Detail Area #2 in Colorado.

Average record data listings taken during aerial gamma-ray and magnetic surveys of the Montrose Detail Area #3 in Colorado.

Single record data listings taken during aerial gamma-ray and magnetic surveys of the Montrose Detail Area #3 in Colorado.

Average record data listings taken during aerial gamma-ray and magnetic surveys of the Montrose Detail Area #4 in Colorado.

Single record data listings taken during aerial gamma-ray and magnetic surveys of the Montrose Detail Area #4 in Colorado.

Average record data listings taken during aerial gamma-ray and magnetic surveys of the Montrose Detail Area #5 in Colorado.