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1. n. []

Abbreviation for vertical transverse isotropy. Transverse isotropy that has a vertical axis of rotational symmetry. In layered rocks, properties are uniform horizontally within a layer, but vary vertically and from layer to layer.

Alternate Form: vertical transverse isotropy

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