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What does the term 'geotechnics' refer to?
What does the term 'geotechnics' refer to?
- The construction process of the Colosseum on 73 A.D at Rome, Italy
- The theoretical and practical application of the discipline (correct)
- The recent computational and computer advances
- The activities of geotechnical engineers in recent years
What did the Romans have to ensure before laying the foundations of the Colosseum?
What did the Romans have to ensure before laying the foundations of the Colosseum?
- Permission from the local authorities
- Availability of construction materials
- Complete drainage of the dried lake (correct)
- Stability of the surrounding buildings
What has the recent activities of geotechnical engineers also involved?
What has the recent activities of geotechnical engineers also involved?
- Bridge construction
- Water resource management
- Architectural design
- Geoenvironmental engineering (correct)
What is the focus of foundation engineering in geotechnical engineering?
What is the focus of foundation engineering in geotechnical engineering?
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How have recent computational and computer advances extended the abilities of geotechnical engineers?
How have recent computational and computer advances extended the abilities of geotechnical engineers?
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