Introduction to Geology in Civil Engineering

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What is the main focus of geology in civil engineering?

Studying the structural relationship of earth formations (correct)

Exploring ground conditions through drilling

Identifying rocks and minerals

Understanding the geological work of natural agencies

How does geology contribute to solving river control problems?

By studying the composition of river water

By identifying rocks and minerals along river banks

By exploring ground conditions through drilling

By understanding erosion, transportation, and deposition (correct)

Why is knowledge of ground water important in civil engineering?

For identifying construction materials

For planning and carrying out major civil engineering works

For water supply, irrigation, and excavation (correct)

For understanding the geological work of natural agencies

What directly concerns the geology of the area where dams, bridges, and buildings are to be built?

The foundation problems of dams, bridges, and buildings Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of preparing a detailed geological report before starting a major engineering project?

To plan and construct the project effectively Signup and view all the answers

Which branch of geology focuses on the composition and texture of sedimentary rocks?

Sedimentary petrology Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of economic geology?

Studying minerals, rocks, and materials of economic importance Signup and view all the answers

In civil engineering, what role does knowledge about the nature and structure of rocks play?

Determining the feasibility of construction projects Signup and view all the answers

What is the study of crystals known as?

Crystallography Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of physical geology?

Dealing with various processes of Earth's materials Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of geology in civil engineering?

Providing knowledge of construction material and its properties Signup and view all the answers

Why is the knowledge of ground water important in civil engineering?

To plan for irrigation and water supply in engineering works Signup and view all the answers

How does geology contribute to solving river control problems?

By understanding erosion, transportation, and deposition processes Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of interpreting drilling data in civil engineering?

To explore ground conditions for dams, bridges, and buildings Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of petrology?

Studying the composition and texture of igneous rocks Signup and view all the answers

What is the study of crystal structures known as?

Crystallography Signup and view all the answers

Why is a detailed geological report prepared before starting a major engineering project?

To determine the feasibility, planning, and design of the project Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of an engineer in the systematic exploration of a new site?

Conducting preliminary investigation using existing data Signup and view all the answers

Which branch of geology focuses on rocks that have undergone textural changes due to pressure or temperature extremes?

Metamorphic petrology Signup and view all the answers

Why is knowledge about the nature and structure of rocks necessary in civil engineering?

To assess the mechanical properties of soils and rocks Signup and view all the answers

Introduction to Geology in Civil Engineering

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Questions and Answers

What is the main focus of geology in civil engineering?

How does geology contribute to solving river control problems?

Why is knowledge of ground water important in civil engineering?

What directly concerns the geology of the area where dams, bridges, and buildings are to be built?

What is the main purpose of preparing a detailed geological report before starting a major engineering project?

Which branch of geology focuses on the composition and texture of sedimentary rocks?

What is the main focus of economic geology?

In civil engineering, what role does knowledge about the nature and structure of rocks play?

What is the study of crystals known as?

What is the primary focus of physical geology?

What is the primary focus of geology in civil engineering?

Why is the knowledge of ground water important in civil engineering?

How does geology contribute to solving river control problems?

What is the main purpose of interpreting drilling data in civil engineering?

What is the primary focus of petrology?

What is the study of crystal structures known as?

Why is a detailed geological report prepared before starting a major engineering project?

What is the role of an engineer in the systematic exploration of a new site?

Which branch of geology focuses on rocks that have undergone textural changes due to pressure or temperature extremes?

Why is knowledge about the nature and structure of rocks necessary in civil engineering?

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