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Induction Resistivity, Induction Resistivity Log

A wireline log of formation resistivity based on the principle of inducing alternating current loops in the formation and measuring the resultant signal in a receiver. An alternating current of medium frequency (tens of kHz) is passed through a transmitter coil, inducing an alternating magnetic field in the formation.