= Bouguer anomaly
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The Bouguer anomaly is a measurement used in geophysics, specifically in the field of gravimetry, to analyze variations in the Earth's gravitational field. It is derived from gravity measurements and accounts for both the effects of elevation and the gravitational attraction of the mass above the measurement point. Here are the key components: 1. **Gravitational Measurements**: The starting point for calculating the Bouguer anomaly is the observed gravity measurements, typically recorded at various locations.
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