Contribution of Induced Polarization to the Identification of Mineralization in the Agnibilékrou Department (Eastern Côte d’Ivoire)
1 Département Sciences de la Terre. UFR Environnement, Université Jean Lorougnon Guédé, Daloa (Côte d’Ivoire), BP 150 Daloa, Côte d’Ivoire.
2 Ecole Supérieur des Mines et de Géologie, Institut National Polytechnique Félix HOUPHOUËT-BOIGNY, Yamoussoukro (Côte d’Ivoire), BP 1093 Yamoussoukro, Côte d’Ivoire.
Research Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 24(02), 133–139
Publication history:
Received on 21 September 2024; revised on 28 October 2024; accepted on 31 October 2024
Abstract:
The chargeability maps of the Siakakro, N’Guessankro, and Mossikro sites (Agnibilékrou Department, in the east of Côte d’Ivoire) are established from induced polarization (IP) measurements. These maps reveal both polarizable and weakly polarizable structures, with anomalies primarily oriented NE-SW. These orientations, influenced by geological faults, facilitate the migration of hydrothermal fluids and the potential formation of mineral deposits. The zones with high chargeability are mainly located in the center and east of the sites, suggesting the presence of sulfides and representing promising targets for mining exploration. The weakly polarizable areas are associated with sandy-clay formations and non-conductive materials, limiting their mining potential. However, their proximity to faults, especially at N’Guessankro, justifies further investigations to identify potential hidden mineralization. In summary, the zones with high chargeability, particularly at Siakakro, should be prioritized for exploratory drilling. Further exploration, particularly around geological contact zones, is necessary to assess the economic potential of these anomalies.
Keywords:
Induced Polarization; Chargeability; Mineralization; Geophysical data; Agnibilékrou
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