WorldView 3 GOS

Gossan Index for WorldView 3

Geology Satellite Provider: MAXAR

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Applications

Mineral Exploration

Iron Ore Detection

Metal Detection

Geological Mapping

Sulfide Deposit Detection

Quick Stats

Category: geology

Sensor: WorldView 3

Provider: MAXAR

Bands Used: 2

Description

Geological index for detecting gossan formations - weathered, oxidized iron-bearing rocks that form at the surface above sulfide mineral deposits. Essential for mineral exploration and identifying potential ore deposits.

Formulas

General Formula

WorldView 3 Specific Formula

SWIR3 / Red

Spectral Band Visualization

Band Wavelengths

Red: 630-690 nm

SWIR4: 1600-1700 nm

Code Examples

gossan.py

References

ASTER sensor applications