Contour Line Intersection Projection and Slope Analysis

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What are the four basic geomorphologic information required for the exercise?

Vegetation Cover, Climate Patterns, Human Settlements, and Water Bodies

Rock Types, Earthquake Faults, Water Sources, and Soil Composition

Geological Layers, Fossils, Minerals, and Topography

Soil Properties, Drainage, Topography and Slopes, Soil Erosion (correct)

Which type of fault is characterized by horizontal movement along the fault line?

Quiescent Fault

Normal Fault (correct)

Thrust and Reverse Fault

Graben Fault

How can rock outcrops on a site be utilized for leisure areas?

For storing toxic materials safely

To hide and cover them under soil

As a source of economic value through mining

To create habitats for wildlife (correct)

What critical subsurface problem is generally associated with earthquake shaking or rapid loading?

Soil liquefaction Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of projecting perpendicular lines from the intersection of contour lines with the cutting plane?

To delineate the ground line Signup and view all the answers

In slope analysis, what does a slope of 4-10% indicate?

Suitable for movement and informal activities Signup and view all the answers

What does the Angle of Repose refer to?

The safest angle at which soil can be inclined Signup and view all the answers

What advantage does a level site offer in terms of site development?

Economical site development Signup and view all the answers

What is cohesion in the context of shear strength?

Mutual attraction between particles due to moisture content Signup and view all the answers

Why do slopes on cohesive soils require flatter angles as the height of the slope increases?

Due to increased internal friction Signup and view all the answers

What factor can cause soil failure according to the text?

Increase in soil moisture content Signup and view all the answers

What is Soil Bearing Capacity defined as in the text?

Ability of soil to carry the weight of structures Signup and view all the answers

What determines the orientation of the sun?

Latitude Signup and view all the answers

How do trees reduce wind speed as barriers?

By increasing wind resistance Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the ways windbreaks reduce wind speed horizontally?

By absorbing energy of the wind Signup and view all the answers

How is the extent of shelter from wind provided by a building related to its length?

It increases with length Signup and view all the answers

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