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Integration of 3D reflection seismics and magnetic data for deep platinum mine planning and risk mitigation: a case study from Bushveld Complex, South Africa

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Pages 928-939 | Received 18 Jun 2017, Accepted 24 Jan 2018, Published online: 04 Feb 2019

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