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Engineering Geology Question Paper - Dec 18 - Civil Engineering (Semester 3) - Visveswaraya Technological University (VTU)
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Engineering Geology - Dec 18
Civil Engineering (Semester 3)
Total marks: 80
Total time: 3 Hours
INSTRUCTIONS
(1) Question 1 is compulsory.
(2) Attempt any three from the remaining questions.
(3) Draw neat diagrams wherever necessary.
MODULE - 1
1.a.
Describe the internal structure of the Earth based on the seismological evidences, with a neat sketch.
(8 marks)
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1.b.
Describe any two minerals with respect to their physical properties and their engineering uses : i) Orthoclase ii) Calcite iii) Gypsum iv) Asbestos
(8 marks)
00
OR
2.a.
Define Mineral. Name the physical properties to identify the mineral with suitable examples
(8 marks)
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2.b.
Define Engineering geology. Write a brief note on importance of Geology in the field of Civil Engineering
(8 marks)
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MODULE - 2
3.a.
Describe the geological aspects in the investigations of a good Dam site
(8 marks)
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3.b.
Describe the characters of good building stones.
(8 marks)
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OR
4.a.
Define Outcrop. Describe the terms Strike and Dip, with a neat sketch.
(8 marks)
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4.b.
Define Fault. How are they formed and their effects in Civil Engineering?
(8 marks)
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MODULE - 3
5.a.
Define Weathering. Describe the different types of chemical weathering and its importance.
(8 marks)
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5.b.
What is an Epicenter? Explain the causes and effects of an Earthquake.
(8 marks)
00
OR
6.a.
Write a note on Tsunami. Describe briefly the causes and effects.
(8 marks)
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6.b.
Define Watershed management. Explain briefly Floods and their control.
(8 marks)
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MODULE - 4
7.a.
Write a note on Ground water pollution and Sea water intrusion
(8 marks)
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7.b.
Define Aquifer. Write a note on confined and unconfined aquifer, with a neat sketch
(8 marks)
00
OR
8.a.
Explain Ground water investigation by Electrical Resistivity method
(8 marks)
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8.b.
Write a note on Rain water harvesting and discuss the various types of artificial recharge
(8 marks)
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MODULE - 5
9.a.
Describe Remote Sensing. Discuss its application in Civil Engineering
(8 marks)
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9.b.
. Write a note on impact of mining on Reservoirs and Environment
(8 marks)
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OR
10.a.
Write a note on uses of topographic and geological maps.
(8 marks)
00
10.b.
Describe the application of Geographic Information System (GIS) and Global Positioning System (GPS)
(8 marks)
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