Engineering Geology - B.Tech 3rd Semester Examination, 2016

2016•Semester 2•Civil-CA•End Semester
Aryabhatta Knowledge University, Patna
B.Tech 3rd Semester Examination, 2016

Engineering Geology

Time: 03 HoursCode: 011305Full Marks: 70

Instructions:

  1. There are Nine Questions in this Paper.
  2. Attempt Five questions in all.
  3. Question No. 1 is Compulsory.
  4. The marks are indicated in the right hand margin.
  5. Make the diagram essentially wherever it is required.
Q.1 Write in short limiting to five sentences:[14]

  1. Diagnostic physical properties of Fluorite

  2. Characteristics of sand dunes.

  3. Recumbent Fold.

  4. Over thrust.

  5. Unconfined Aqifer.

  6. L-wave characteristics.

  7. Megascopic properties of any non-clastic sedimentary rock

Q.2 Solve both questions :[14]

  1. Describe the landforms developed by glaciers during young and mature stage.

  2. Explain the texture observed in Granite rock.

Q.3 Solve both questions :[14]

  1. Describe the components of Fault and classification of Fault.

  2. Explain the difference between the plunging and Non-Plunging Fold.

Q.4 Solve both questions :[14]

  1. Describe the causes of earthquakes and its classification.

  2. Surface and sub-surface investigation for selection of Tunnelling site.

Q.5 Solve both questions :[14]

  1. Explain the stratigraphy of Gondwana basin.

  2. Concept of Dip and strike and its application.

Q.6 Solve both questions :[14]

  1. Describe the classification of Metamorphic rocks.

  2. Explain the principle and application of seismic method.

Q.7 Solve both questions :[14]

  1. Concept of GPS and its application in different geological investigations.

  2. Describe the different layers of Atmosphere and their characteristics.

Q.8 Solve both questions :[14]

  1. Write down the different textures of igneous rocks.

  2. Explain the crystal system and their axis of symmetry.

Q.9 Write short notes on following:[14]
    1. Phaccolith and Dykes
    2. Isoclinal folds and fold axis
    3. Ground penetrating Radar and their application
    4. Engineering properties of Sandstone