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Spectral Gamma Ray

Spectral gamma ray logs measure the amounts of potassium, thorium and uranium naturally emitted by rocks, which offers several advantages. They can help with clay typing. Variations of the relative amounts of potassium, thorium, and uranium are associated with specific shale minerals.