Surface heat flow and deep temperatures in the Bradano Trough (Southern Italy). Possible effects of groundwater circulation

The surface heat flow distribution in the Bradano Trough (southern Italy) is examined in the light of temperature distribution at depth, reconstructed on the basis of data from deep oil wells. The effects of groundwater circulation and the related problem of inferring deep thermal conditions from su...

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Published in:Geothermics 1987, Vol.16 (5), p.473-485
Main Authors: Rakotoarimanga, Celati, R., Taffi, L., Squarci, P., Calore, C.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Earth sciences
Earth, ocean, space
Exact sciences and technology
Hydrology. Hydrogeology
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Summary:The surface heat flow distribution in the Bradano Trough (southern Italy) is examined in the light of temperature distribution at depth, reconstructed on the basis of data from deep oil wells. The effects of groundwater circulation and the related problem of inferring deep thermal conditions from surface heat flow have been studied by mathematical models. Groundwater effects are certainly important in the zones close to the recharge areas, whereas far from these areas we cannot even establish whether water circulation has a significant effect on surface heat flow.
ISSN:0375-6505
1879-3576
DOI:10.1016/0375-6505(87)90033-2