Geology for Civil Engineers (Part-11)

Which type of rock is commonly formed in ocean environments?

A Igneous
B Metamorphic
C Volcanic
D Sedimentary

What is the term for the natural breakdown of rocks into smaller pieces?

A Weathering
B Erosion
C Compaction
D Lithification

Which method is used to measure the water table?

A Core sampling
B Borehole logging
C Seismic waves
D Hydrological monitoring

What is the most commonly used technique for assessing soil compaction?

A Sieve analysis
B Permeameter test
C Proctor test
D X-ray diffraction

What type of rock is formed from the crystallization of molten magma?

A Metamorphic
B Igneous
C Sedimentary
D Organic

What is the purpose of a geotechnical investigation in construction?

A To determine air quality
B To measure water quality
C To assess soil strength and stability
D To analyze plant growth

What is the primary cause of soil erosion?

A Water
B Wind
C Ice
D Temperature

What is the main characteristic of metamorphic rocks?

A Formed from sediments
B Formed under high heat and pressure
C Formed by cooling magma
D Contain fossils

Which method uses sound waves to explore underground rock layers?

A Ground-penetrating radar
B Borehole logging
C Magnetic resonance
D Seismic reflection

What is the primary factor in determining the permeability of soil?

A Particle size
B Temperature
C Organic matter
D Soil color

What type of rock is commonly used for building foundations?

A Sandstone
B Shale
C Granite
D Coal

What geological feature is formed by the deposition of sediment carried by water?

A Canyon
B Delta
C Volcano
D Fault

Which of the following is a key characteristic of sedimentary rocks?

A Formed under heat and pressure
B Formed from cooling magma
C High density
D Contain fossilized remains

What type of soil is most likely to be found in a desert environment?

A Sand
B Clay
C Loam
D Peat

What is the term used for the sudden release of energy from the Earth’s crust?

A Volcanic eruption
B Landslide
C Earthquake
D Tsunami