Journal of Geography and Cartography

ISSN：

2578-1979（Online）

Journal Abbreviation:

J. Geogr. Cartogr.

Journal of Geography and Cartography (JGC) is an international open access academic journal with a rigorous peer review process. We are interested in scientific topics from all fields of geography and cartography. Our ultimate goal is to make the journal a platform of global academic sources for high-quality geo-papers.

JGC publishes original research articles, review articles, editorials, case reports, letters, brief commentaries, perspectives, methods, etc.

Examples of relevant topics include but are not limited to:

1. Human geography and urban-rural planning 7. Soil geography

2. Geography science 8. Geophysics

3. Geochemistry 9. Environment science

4. Natural geography 10. Geographic information system

5. Plant geography 11. Cartography

6. Hydrology 12. Remote sensing technique

13. Geography teaching theory

14. Man-land relationship by analyzing and mapping geographic phenomena

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Vol 7, No 2 (2024)

Open Access

Article

Article ID: 6400

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Integrating in-situ hydraulic conductivity measurements and vertical electrical sounding for groundwater exploration in fractured shales within Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike (AE-FUNAI), South Eastern Nigeria

by Amobi Ekwe, Samuel Ekeoma, Georgebest Azuoko, Ayatu Usman, Omonona Victor, Ndidiamaka Eluwa

J. Geogr. Cartogr. 2024 , 7(2); 238 Views

doi: 10.24294/jgc.v7i2.6400

Abstract An appraisal of the groundwater potential of Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu Alike was carried out by integrating datasets from geology, geographic information system and electrical resistivity survey of the area. The study area is underlain by the Asu River group of Albian age. The Asu River Group in the Southern Benue Trough comprises of Shales, Limestones and Sandstone lenses of the Abakaliki Formation in Abakaliki and Ikwo areas. The shales are generally weathered, fissile, thinly laminated and highly fractured and varies between greyish brown to pinkish red in colour. Twenty (20) Vertical Electrical Sounding data were acquired using SAS 1000 ABEM Terrameter and processed to obtain layer parameters for the study area. A maximum current electrode spacing (AB) of 300 meters was used for data acquisition. Computer aided iterative modelling using IPI2 Win was used to determine layer parameters. In-situ Hydraulic Conductivity measurements at seven parametric locations within the study area were conducted and integrated with Electrical Resistivity measurements to determine aquifer parameters (e.g. Hydraulic conductivity and Transmissivity) in real time. This technique reduces the attendant huge costs associated with pumping tests and timelines required to carry out the technique. Accurate delineation of aquifer parameters and geometries will aid water resource planners and developers on favourable areas to site boreholes in the area. Several correlative cross-sections were generated from the interpreted results and used to assess the groundwater potential of the study area. Results show that the resistivity of the the aquifer ranges from 7.3 Wm–530 Wm while depth to water ranges from 11.4 m to 55.3 m. Aquifer thicknesses range from 8.7 m at VES 5 to 36.3 m at VES 6 locations. Hydraulic conductivity ranges from 1.55 m/day at VES 15.18, and 19 locations to 9.8 m/day at VES 3 and 4 locations respectively. Transmissivity varies from 17.48 m 2 /day at VES 19 to 98 m 2 /day at VES 3 locations respectively.Areas with relatively high transmissivities coupled with good aquifer thicknesses should be the target of water resource planners and developers when proposing sites for drilling productive boreholes within Alex Ekwueme federal University Ndufu Alike.

Open Access

Article

Article ID: 6588

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A perennial controversy: The St. Peter Sandstone of the American Midwest

by Greg Brick

J. Geogr. Cartogr. 2024 , 7(2); 1028 Views

doi: 10.24294/jgc.v7i2.6588

Abstract The St. Peter Sandstone of the American Midwest is presented today in textbooks as a simple and unproblematic example of “layer-cake geology.” The thesis of this paper is that the very simplicity of St. Peter Sandstone has made it challenging to characterize. In widely separated states, the sandstone appeared under different names. Several theories about how it formed began to circulate. The story of the St. Peter is not only the story of the assemblage of a stratigraphic unit over a vast area during three centuries, but also the role the study of the provenance of this unit played in the development of sedimentology in the early twentieth century, research that was made all the more challenging by its “simple” mineralogy. Indeed, the St. Peter has been controversial since it was first described.

Open Access

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Article ID: 8282

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LULC changes in the region of the proposed Pwalugu hydropower project using GIS and remote sensing technique

by Emmanuel Kekle Ahialey, Amos T. Kabo–bah, Samuel Gyamfi

J. Geogr. Cartogr. 2024 , 7(2); 146 Views

doi: 10.24294/jgc.v7i2.8282

Abstract Proper understanding of LULC changes is considered an indispensable element for modeling. It is also central for planning and management activities as well as understanding the earth as a system. This study examined LULC changes in the region of the proposed Pwalugu hydropower project using remote sensing (RS) and geographic information systems (GIS) techniques. Data from the United States Geological Survey's Landsat satellite, specifically the Landsat Thematic Mapper (TM), the Enhanced Thematic Mapper (ETM), and the Operational Land Imager (OLI), were used. The Landsat 5 thematic mapper (TM) sensor data was processed for the year 1990; the Landsat 7 SLC data was processed for the year 2000; and the 2020 data was collected from Operation Land Image (OLI). Landsat images were extracted based on the years 1990, 2000, and 2020, which were used to develop three land cover maps. The region of the proposed Pwalugu hydropower project was divided into the following five primary LULC classes: settlements and barren lands; croplands; water bodies; grassland; and other areas. Within the three periods (1990–2000, 2000–2020, and 1990–2020), grassland has increased from 9%, 20%, and 40%, respectively. On the other hand, the change in the remaining four (4) classes varied. The findings suggest that population growth, changes in climate, and deforestation during this thirty-year period have been responsible for the variations in the LULC classes. The variations in the LULC changes could have a significant influence on the hydrological processes in the form of evapotranspiration, interception, and infiltration. This study will therefore assist in establishing patterns and will enable Ghana's resource managers to forecast realistic change scenarios that would be helpful for the management of the proposed Pwalugu hydropower project.

Open Access

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Article ID: 6694

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New definitions of isometric latitude and the Mercator projection of the ellipsoid

by Miljenko Lapaine

J. Geogr. Cartogr. 2024 , 7(2); 124 Views

doi: 10.24294/jgc.v7i2.6694

Abstract The article discusses the interrelationships of the loxodrome or rhumb line, isometric latitude, and the Mercator projection of the rotational ellipsoid. It is shown that by applying the isometric latitude, a very simple equation of the rhumb line on the ellipsoid is obtained. The consequence of this is that the isometric latitude can be defined using the generalized geodetic longitude and not only using the geodetic latitude, as was usual until now. Since the image of the rhumb line in the plane of the Mercator projection is a straight line, the isometric latitude can also be defined using this projection. Finally, a new definition of the normal aspect of the Mercator projection of the ellipsoid is given. It is a normal aspect cylindrical projection in which the images of the rhumb line on the ellipsoid are straight lines in the plane of projection that, together with the images of the meridians in the projection, form equal angles as the rhumb line forms with the meridians on the ellipsoid. The article provides essential knowledge to all those who are interested in the use of maps in navigation. It will be useful for teachers and students studying cartography and GIS, maritime, or applied mathematics. The author uses mathematical methods, especially differential geometry. The assumption is that the readers are no strangers to mathematical cartography.

Open Access

Review

Article ID: 6909

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Spectroscopic techniques for detecting naturally occurring radioactive nuclides in geology and water: A comprehensive review and health implications

by Mohamed H. Fathy, Farha Shaban, Thowayba M. Fawzy, Dat Viet Nguyen, Ahmed M. Eldosouky

J. Geogr. Cartogr. 2024 , 7(2); 444 Views

doi: 10.24294/jgc.v7i2.6909

Abstract Naturally occurring radionuclides can be categorized into two main groups: primordial and cosmogenic, based on their origin. Primordial radionuclides stem from the Earth’s crust, occurring either individually or as part of decay chains. Conversely, cosmogenic radionuclides originate from extraterrestrial sources such as space, the sun, and nuclear reactions involving cosmic radiation and the Earth’s atmosphere. Gamma-ray spectrometry is a widely employed method in Earth sciences for detecting naturally occurring radioactive materials (NORM). Its applications vary from environmental radiation monitoring to mining exploration, with a predominant focus on quantifying the content of uranium (U), thorium (Th), and potassium (K) in rocks and soils. These elements also serve as tracers in non-radioactive processes linked to NORM paragenesis. Furthermore, the heat generated by radioactive decay within rocks plays a pivotal role in deciphering the Earth’s thermal history and interpreting data concerning continental heat flux in geophysical investigations. This paper provides a concise overview of current analytical and measuring techniques, with an emphasis on state-of-the-art mass spectrometric procedures and decay measurements. Earth scientists constantly seek information on the chemical composition of rocks, sediments, minerals, and fluids to comprehend the vast array of geological and geochemical processes. The historical precedence of geochemists in pioneering novel analytical techniques, often preceding their commercial availability, underscores the significance of such advancements. Geochemical analysis has long relied on atomic spectrometric techniques, such as X-ray fluorescence spectrometry (XRFS), renowned for its precision in analyzing solid materials, particularly major and trace elements in geological samples. XRFS proves invaluable in determining the major constituents of silicate and other rock types. This review elucidates the historical development and methodology of these techniques while showcasing their common applications in various geoscience research endeavors. Ultimately, this review aims to furnish readers with a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental concepts and potential applications of XRF, HPGes, and related technologies in geosciences. Lastly, future research directions and challenges confronting these technologies are briefly discussed.

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Deadline for a special issue is coming!

Special Issue: Geospatial Applications with Google Earth Engine, Microsoft Planetary or Other Tools on the One Health and Wildlife Diseases and Zoonosis Assessment.

Submission Deadline: 2024-07-31

Guest Editors:

Dr. Tommaso Orusa, University of Turin, Italy

Dr. Annalisa Viani, Istituto Zooprofilattico Sperimentale Piemonte, Italy

Dr. Samuele De Petris, University of Turin, Italy

Posted: 2024-06-11

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