RGPV Civil Engineering (Semester 3)
Engineering Geology
December 2015
Total marks: --
Total time: --
INSTRUCTIONS
(1) Assume appropriate data and state your reasons
(2) Marks are given to the right of every question
(3) Draw neat diagrams wherever necessary


1(a) Write short note on "Sand dunes" or Pedestal rocks
2 M
1(b) Write short note on Soil Profile.
2 M
1(c) Explain River Meandering or Earthquake Waves.
3 M
Solve any one question from Q.1(d) & Q.1(e)
1(d) Discuss the role of River Meandering or Earthquake Waves.
7 M
1(e) Discuss the concept of place tectonics.
7 M

2(a) Write short note on Hardness of a mineral and Moh's scale of Hardness.
2 M
2(b) Explain An Axis of Symmetry.
2 M
2(c) Write the physical properties of following Minerals-
i) Calcite
ii) Quartz
iii) Galena or Bauxite
3 M
Solve any one question from Q.2(d) & Q.2(e)
2(d) Discuss the physical properties of Minerals.
7 M
2(e) Discuss the Elements of Crystal.
7 M

3(a) Write short note on Bowen's Reaction Series.
2 M
3(b) Write short note on the following rocks:
i)Granite
ii) Basalt
2 M
3(c) Give a brief account of the Peninsular India.
3 M
Solve any one question from Q.3(d) & Q.3(e)
3(d) Discuss the classification of sedimentary rocks.
7 M
3(e) Discuss the Forms and Structure of Igneous rocks.
7 M

4(a) Write short note on Angular Un conformity.
2 M
4(b) Explain the term Dip and Strike.
2 M
4(c) Describe with diagram Columnar Joints and Mural Joints.
3 M
Solve any one question from Q.4(d) & Q.4(e)
4(d) What are Faults? How are they classified? Discuss the effects of faulting on various engineering projects.
7 M
4(e) Define Folds. Discuss their various types. Add a note on their importance in Civil Engineering.
7 M

5(a) Explain the porosity and permeability rocks?
2 M
5(b) Write short note on Comprehensive strength of Rocks.
2 M
5(c) What is water table and perched water table?
3 M
Solve any one question from Q.5(d) & Q.5(e)
5(d) Explain the geological investigations needed in the construction of Roads.
7 M
5(e) Write a detailed account of geological consideration in selecting a site for construction of Bridge.
7 M



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