## 5 Research on Mineral Prospecting Prediction
### Target Area Delineation and Engineering Validation  
#### 5.4.1 Demarcation of the Target Area  
Based on the metallogenic geological conditions and the coincidence of anomalies, including primary metallogenic elements, associated elemental anomalies, soil thermometric mercury, and ionic conductivity anomalies in the study area, four integrated anomaly zones and one priority anomaly verification area were delineated. These consist of one Class A integrated anomaly zone, two Class B integrated anomaly zones, and one Class C integrated anomaly zone (Figure 11). The A-1 integrated anomaly zone, situated in the central part of the study area, comprises mono-elemental anomalies (U, As, Pb, Th, W, and Mo) and soil thermometric mercury anomalies, covering a total anomalous area of 0.4 km\({}^{2}\). Geo-electrochemical extraction reveals the large-scale, high-intensity, and well-zoned anomalies of primary metallogenic and associated elements. Characterized by favorable metallogenic geological conditions, this anomaly zone is jointly controlled by two NE-trending inferred faults and one NW-trending fault. It incorporates high-temperature to low-temperature elemental associations, which are indicative of multiphase and multistage mineralization processes in the region. As the most prospective target for concealed uranium mineralization, the No. One priority anomaly verification area was delineated within the A-1 zone and prioritized for drilling verification. The B-1 integrated anomaly zone, situated in the northern sector of the study area, consists of mono-elemental anomalies (As, Pb, Th, W, and Mo), with a total anomalous coverage of 0.08 km\({}^{2}\). The associated elemental anomalies exhibit moderate spatial extent and relatively high intensities, demonstrating relatively complete zonation patterns. Notably, the tungsten (W) anomaly displays a belt-shaped distribution along an inferred NW-trending fault, establishing this zone as a preferred target area for scheelite exploration. Comprehensive analysis suggests modest mineral exploration potential in this zone. The B-2 integrated anomaly zone, situated in the northern sector of the study area, incorporates mono-elemental anomalies (U, As, Pb, Th, W, and Mo) coupled with soil ionic conductivity and thermometric mercury anomalies, exhibiting a composite anomalous area of 0.08 km\({}^{2}\). The associated elemental anomalies demonstrate moderate spatial extent with relatively high intensity, showing relatively complete zonation patterns. The ionic conductivity of the soil and the thermally released soil mercury in this region exhibit significant anomalies. It is hypothesized that concealed fractures and fragmentation zones may exist within the concealed fault fracture zones. In conjunction with the B-1 comprehensive anomaly area, utilizing a combination of trenching, drilling, and other exposure techniques is recommended to investigate continuous high-value-point areas and high-value connection zones between adjacent sampling lines. This approach will aid in the detailed analysis and evaluation of the two comprehensive anomaly regions. The C-1 integrated anomaly zone, situated in the southern sector of the study area, comprises mono-elemental anomalies (U, As, Pb, and Mo), with a composite anomalous area of 0.03 km\({}^{2}\). The primary metallogenic and associated elemental anomalies exhibit limited spatial extent and moderate continuity, demonstrating poor spatial correlations with soil ionic conductivity and thermometric mercury anomalies. No surface expressions of fault structures or ore-hosting strata outcrops were observed. However, the U-As-Pb-Mo  
Figure 11: Comprehensive anomaly map of the study area.