TITLE:
Analysis of Morphometric Parameters and Radioactive Characteristics Using Remote Sensing Data and GIS Techniques in the Wadi Wizr Basin Area, Central Eastern Desert, Egypt
AUTHORS:
Sameh Anwar Ibrahim Hammouda, Soliman Abu Elatta A. Mahmoud
KEYWORDS:
Wadi Wizr Basin, Morphometric Analysis, Drainage Pattern, Radioactive Characteristics, Remote Sensing, Geographic Information System
JOURNAL NAME:
Journal of Geoscience and Environment Protection,
Vol.11 No.6,
June
30,
2023
ABSTRACT: The
purpose of this study is to demonstrate how modern technologies such as
geographic information systems (GIS) and digital elevation models can help in
the creation of a geographic database for the Wadi Wizr basin in Egypt’s
Central Eastern Desert, in addition to examining and analysing the radioactive properties
of various rocks. This was accomplished with the help of a digital elevation
model (DEM) with a 30 metre accuracy and GIS software in 10.8 Arc Map. The
RS-230 was also used to measure uranium and thorium concentrations. GIS
softwares and digital elevation models have been shown to be more effective
than the traditional method. This was demonstrated by the flexible and quick
working method, the accuracy of the parameters used, and the results of the
morphometric analysis of the basin river network. In addition to, the main
drainage pattern from subtype to tree type, where the branching ratio was
(1.59). This basin could also cause flooding. Similar studies, according to the
results of this study, should make greater use of geographic information system
technology and modern data sources. Wadi Wizr also has a radioactive anomaly,
with uranium equivalent concentrations reaching 70 ppm in some fault parts.