Application of Geological Knowledge in Engineering and Mining

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What is the main goal of Engineering Geophysics?

  • Analyzing the movement of groundwater in an area
  • Studying the occurrence of earthquakes in a region
  • Investigating the distribution of different elements in the earth's crust
  • Interpreting subsurface geology for civil engineering solutions (correct)

Which methods are commonly used in solving civil engineering problems according to the text?

  • Magnetic resonance imaging and ground-penetrating radar
  • Electrical resistivity methods and seismic reflection methods (correct)
  • Gravity survey and magneto-telluric method
  • X-ray diffraction and scanning electron microscopy

What is the other name for Geohydrology as mentioned in the text?

  • Geothermal study
  • Hydrogeochemistry
  • Hydrogeology (correct)
  • Hydroglaciology

Why is groundwater considered to have advantages over surface water?

<p>Groundwater can be accessed in regions with limited rainfall (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of Geochemistry?

<p>Studying the distribution of different elements in the earth's crust (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a common method in Engineering Geophysics?

<p>Magnetic resonance imaging (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of applying general geological and geophysical studies together for groundwater investigations?

<p>Enhance understanding of groundwater flow patterns and aquifer characteristics (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect does Geophysics primarily focus on?

<p>Crustal movement detection (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are Electrical resistivity methods and seismic refraction methods commonly applied according to the text?

<p>In solving civil engineering problems (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of Geohydrology or Hydrogeology discussed in the text?

<p>To study groundwater occurrence and movement (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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