Discrete Fracture Networks and Environmental Performance in Ornamental Rock Quarries
By: Camelia Madear, Gelu Madear and Sorin Mihai Radu
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Language: English
Page range: 265 - 273
Submitted on: Mar 10, 2026
Accepted on: May 8, 2026
Published on: Sep 28, 2026
Published by: University of Petrosani
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
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