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Importance of Geology in Civil Engineering

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What is the primary purpose of gathering geological information for a construction project?

To understand the structural disposition of rock types

To provide information regarding the distribution of surface water channels

To ensure a safe and cost-effective design (correct)

To reduce the overall cost of the project

Which of the following maps is essential for understanding the advantages and disadvantages of all possible construction sites?

Hydrological maps

Structural disposition maps

Geological maps

Topographical maps (correct)

What is the primary role of an engineer with a geological background in a construction project?

To ensure quality control of construction materials (correct)

To ensure the stability of cuts and slopes

To conduct a detailed geological survey of the area

To provide information regarding the distribution of surface water channels

What is the significance of knowledge about the geological history of an area in geologically sensitive regions?

It helps determine the stability of cuts and slopes (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does conducting a detailed geological survey of an area before commencing a project affect the overall cost of the project?

It reduces the overall cost of the project (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of knowledge about the nature of rocks in a specific area?

To determine the stability of cuts and slopes for tunneling (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why do civil engineers need to know the properties of rocks accurately?

To enable them to consider different rocks for various construction purposes (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does geology help in the construction of buildings, dams, tunnels, and bridges?

By identifying suitable sites and construction materials (C) Signup and view all the answers

What role does geology play in relation to earthquake-prone areas?

Identifying areas susceptible to failures due to geological hazards (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is knowledge of erosion, transportation, and deposition by surface water important?

For soil conservation and river control (D) Signup and view all the answers

What problem is directly linked to the geology of an area where dams, bridges, and buildings are constructed?

Stability issues relating to foundations (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one purpose of conducting a geological survey before initiating a project?

Identifying suitable sites and construction materials (B) Signup and view all the answers