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Engineering Geology Question Paper - Jun 17 - Civil Engineering (Semester 3) - Visveswaraya Technological University (VTU)
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Engineering Geology - Jun 17
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. Enumerate importance and application of Geology in Civil Engineering practices.
1.b.
Write a note on cleavage and fracture properties in minerals.
(5 marks)
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1.c.
Write the physical properties , composition and uses of Quartz and Calcite.
(5 marks)
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OR
2.a.
Describe the internal structure and composition of earth.
(6 marks)
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2.b.
Define a mineral.Describe hardness property in minerals.
(5 marks)
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2.c.
Distinguish between rock forming and ore forming minerals with examples.
(5 marks)
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MODULE - 2
3.a.
What are igneous rocks?Define different types of igneous rocks.
(6 marks)
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3.b.
Explain rock as construction material.
(5 marks)
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3.c.
Define a fault.Describe different parts of fault,with neat figure.
(5 marks)
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OR
4.a.
What is metaphormism? Give a note on types of metamorphism.
(6 marks)
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4.b.
Write a short note on Granite and Sandstone,giving their mineralogical composition and uses.
(5 marks)
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4.c.
What are joints? Comment on their Engineering Importance.
(5 marks)
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MODULE - 3
5.a.
Explain rock weathering and its types with examples.
(6 marks)
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5.b.
What is an earthquake?Give its causes and effects.
(6 marks)
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5.c.
Write a note on floods and their control.
(4 marks)
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OR
6.a.
Comment on Geomorphological aspects in selection of sites for dams and reservoirs.
(6 marks)
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6.b.
What are Landslides?Give a note on their control.
(5 marks)
00
6.c.
Describe different drainage patterns.
(5 marks)
00
MODULE - 4
7.a.
What is an Acquifier?Give a note on its types with examples.
(6 marks)
00
7.b.
Explain Electrical Resistivity method for Ground water Exploration.
(6 marks)
00
7.c.
Write a note on Hydrological cycle.
(4 marks)
00
OR
8.a.
Write a note on occurrence of ground water in different terrains.
(6 marks)
00
8.b.
Describe artificial recharge of ground water.
(5 marks)
00
8.c.
Explain Sea Water intrusion and its remedies.
(5 marks)
00
MODULE - 5
9.a.
What are Topographic and Contour Maps?
(6 marks)
00
9.b.
Explain concept and applications of Remote Sensing.
(5 marks)
00
9.c.
Comment on impact on mining and quarrying on environment.
(5 marks)
00
OR
10.a.
Write a note on Global Positioning System(GPS).
(6 marks)
00
10.b.
What is LANDSAT Imagery? Write its uses.
(5 marks)
00
10.c.
Write a note on the impact of reservoirs on environment.
(5 marks)
00
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