For bridge foundation on rivers, the key geological consideration is:
A. Soil texture
B. Depth to bedrock and scour potential
C. Climate
D. Color of rock
Answer: Option B
Solution (By Examveda Team)
Scour depth and depth to stable bedrock are critical in river bridge design to avoid failure due to erosion or settlement.This Question Belongs to Geological Engineering >> Engineering Geology For Construction
What is the most important geological consideration before constructing a dam?
A. Soil fertility
B. Rock type and structure
C. Surface vegetation
D. Proximity to roads
Which test is commonly used to determine rock strength for construction suitability?
A. Permeability test
B. Schmidt hammer test
C. Sieve analysis
D. Vane shear test
What geological structure is most hazardous for tunnel construction?
A. Horizontal bedding
B. Fault zone
C. Anticline fold
D. Massive granite
The unconfined compressive strength of a rock is a measure of its:
A. Tensile strength
B. Load-bearing capacity without lateral support
C. Weathering rate
D. Porosity
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