The article "Electrical Resistivity Survey in Soil Science: A Review" by Anatja Samouëlian, Isabelle Cousin, Alain Tabbagh, Ary Bruand, and Guy Richard provides a comprehensive overview of the use of electrical resistivity surveys in soil science. The method is highlighted as a non-destructive and sensitive tool for describing subsurface properties without the need for digging. It has been applied in various contexts, including groundwater exploration, landfill delineation, and soil management. The survey can be performed in one-, two-, or three-dimensional configurations, depending on the heterogeneity of the area and the desired resolution. The authors explain the theory and basic principles of the method, including the relationship between electrical resistivity and soil properties such as particle size distribution, porosity, water content, and temperature. They discuss the sensitivity of electrical measurements to these properties and how they affect resistivity values. The article also covers different array configurations, such as Wenner, Wenner-Schlumberger, dipole-dipole, and pole-pole arrays, and their impact on data interpretation. Recent technological improvements in data acquisition, such as computer-controlled multi-channel resistivity meters, have enhanced the efficiency and complexity of electrical imaging. The article also addresses the interpretation of electrical resistivity variations, including apparent resistivity and interpreted resistivity, and the challenges associated with electrode contact, calibration, and the duration of measurement. The advantages of electrical resistivity surveys in soil science are discussed, including their non-destructive nature, temporal monitoring capabilities, applicability at various scales, and high sensitivity. However, limitations such as electrode contact issues, the need for calibration, and the duration of measurement are also addressed. The article concludes by highlighting the potential of electrical resistivity surveys in advancing soil science and environmental monitoring.The article "Electrical Resistivity Survey in Soil Science: A Review" by Anatja Samouëlian, Isabelle Cousin, Alain Tabbagh, Ary Bruand, and Guy Richard provides a comprehensive overview of the use of electrical resistivity surveys in soil science. The method is highlighted as a non-destructive and sensitive tool for describing subsurface properties without the need for digging. It has been applied in various contexts, including groundwater exploration, landfill delineation, and soil management. The survey can be performed in one-, two-, or three-dimensional configurations, depending on the heterogeneity of the area and the desired resolution. The authors explain the theory and basic principles of the method, including the relationship between electrical resistivity and soil properties such as particle size distribution, porosity, water content, and temperature. They discuss the sensitivity of electrical measurements to these properties and how they affect resistivity values. The article also covers different array configurations, such as Wenner, Wenner-Schlumberger, dipole-dipole, and pole-pole arrays, and their impact on data interpretation. Recent technological improvements in data acquisition, such as computer-controlled multi-channel resistivity meters, have enhanced the efficiency and complexity of electrical imaging. The article also addresses the interpretation of electrical resistivity variations, including apparent resistivity and interpreted resistivity, and the challenges associated with electrode contact, calibration, and the duration of measurement. The advantages of electrical resistivity surveys in soil science are discussed, including their non-destructive nature, temporal monitoring capabilities, applicability at various scales, and high sensitivity. However, limitations such as electrode contact issues, the need for calibration, and the duration of measurement are also addressed. The article concludes by highlighting the potential of electrical resistivity surveys in advancing soil science and environmental monitoring.