Zoeppritz equations

{
  "id": "MLC-T-OAG-004207",
  "term": "Zoeppritz equations",
  "field": "Oil and gas",
  "definition": "A set of mathematical expressions that describe how seismic wave energy is distributed when a P-wave or S-wave encounters an interface between two different rock layers. These equations predict the amplitudes of reflected and transmitted P-waves and S-waves based on the elastic properties and densities of the two media. They are used in seismic interpretation to understand subsurface lithology and fluid content.",
  "subject": "Geophysics",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oil-and-gas/zoeppritz-equations/"
}