Scientific Quarterly Journal of Geosciences

Scientific Quarterly Journal of Geosciences

Usage of Eigenvalue and Eigenvector Method in Structural Studies

Document Type : Original Research Paper

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Geology Department, Islamic Azad University, Mahallat, Branch, Mahallat, Iran
Abstract
In structural studies, usage of appropriate statistical methods renders practical analysis of abundant data. Eigenvalue and eigenvector method is one of the approaches that provides better interpretation of data in structural studies. In addition to describing the method and citing examples from lattice preferred orientation of olivine and amphibole, a chart for comparison of folding forms and K and C values are introduced in this study.
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