To PBF-7B Line BMR 33-32P1
To PBF-7B Line RAE 40005A
Priority: 2 (alternate to PBF-6A, chosen to be further away from PBF-6A than other alternates as
suggested by ODP)
Position: 66°05.267´S, 072°07.297´E
Water Depth: 3775 m
Sediment Thickness: ~4000 m
Target Drilling Depth: ~417 mbsf
Approved Maximum Penetration: 417 mbsf
Seismic Coverage: RAE 40005A SP 2872, BMR 33-32P1 SP 304
Objective: Same as for PBF-6A. Thinner section would make for a less complete record and
structural position might make the section sandier.
Drilling Program: Same as for PBF-6A.
Logging Program: Same as for PBF-6A.
Nature of Rock Anticipated: Mud, ooze, diamict, and sand interbeds
