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1 (a)
Write objectives of engineering geology. Explain the application of engineering
geology in the field of civil engineering.
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1 (b)
Define earthquake. Describe P-waves, S-waves and Intensity of an earthquake.
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Write a short note on
2 (a) 1)
Frost action and thermal action - weathering on rock.
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2 (a) 2)
Oxidation and reduction type of weathering on rock
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2 (b)
Enlist geological natural agencies and geological work. Describe erosion work
of river water with the features developed in rock mass.
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2 (c)
Explain transportation work of wind. Add your note with engineering problem
of desert advancement and remedial measures to control it.
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Write a short note on
3 (a) 1)
Colour and lustre property of mineral.
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3 (a) 2)
Mechanical structure in sedimentary rocks.
3 M
3 (b)
Define lava and magma. Describe the way of formation of igneous rocks. Write
subgroups of igneous rocks based on its occurrence.
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Write a short note on
3 (c) 1)
Hardness property and Moh's scale of hardness
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3 (c) 2)
Metamorphic changes in rocks
3 M
3 (d)
Explain elastic rebound theory of an earthquake. Add your note with various
plate boundaries and their characteristics.
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4 (a)
Explain water bearing qualities of rock formation. Add note on confined and
unconfined aquifers of rocks. Quote suitable rock examples.
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4 (b)
Explain fold and its causative factors. Write engineering importance of fold.
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4 (c)
Differentiate normal and reverse fault. Write engineering importance of fault.
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4 (d)
Define mass movement. Write note on internal causative factors of mass
movement and remedial measures to control it.
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5 (a)
What is Remote sensing and GIS techniques? Explain significance of remote
sensing in geology and watershed projects.
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5 (b)
Describe geological investigation required for the site selection of the tunnel
alignment. How water level in region influences the alignments of the tunnel?
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5 (c)
Discuss suitability of geological conditions for dam construction. Write note on
various forces act on dams influenced by geological factors.
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5 (d)
Define geological maps and topographical maps. Which are the components
seen in geological maps? Write its engineering importance.
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