f The effects of fine layering on reflection coherence

We consider the effects of a finely layered (homogeneous, isotropic layers) overburden on the coherence of the primary reflection from a target zone positioned below the fine layering. Pulse attenuation, phase delays and effective anisotropy are known effects for a wave propagating through the fine layer-ing. Angle-dependent effects are expected from both the change in reflection coefficients with angle and partitioning of energy into P and SV waves.