Potassium
Geochemical Symbol: K
Typical Detection Limit (Aqua Regia/ICP): 0.01%
Typical Detection Limit (Neutron Activation): N/A
Detectability

Frequency Distribution variable; truncation not always a serious problem

Exploration Geochemical Applications
1. As a Pathfinder

None known, except for specialized applications

2. As an Aid to Geological Mapping

Elevated values indicate presence of felsic rocks, esp. kaolinized intrusives

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