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1. n. [Geophysics]

The loss of information from a magnetic tape that occurs if the tape is damaged or exposed to dirt.

See related terms: field tape

2. n. [Geophysics]

The failure of a channel or geophone to record a shot or shots in a seismic survey, which results in a loss of data.

See related terms: seismic surveyshotpoint