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Case Studies and Applied Geological Engineering Projects MCQs Questions & Answers | Geological Engineering

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41
In the case study of the Bingham Canyon Mine landslide (2013), what contributed to slope failure?
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Answer & Solution
Answer: Option C
Solution:
A massive slope failure occurred due to deformation of weak rock layers and groundwater pressures, monitored through radar and tiltmeters.
42
The Crossrail project in London dealt with tunnel excavation through:
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Answer: Option B
Solution:
The tunnels were constructed through London clay and chalk formations, requiring careful design to prevent settlement above.
43
What technique was used to mitigate settlement during Singapore�s Downtown Line tunnel construction?
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Answer: Option B
Solution:
Compensation grouting was used in Singapore to control settlements in soft soils during tunneling under buildings.
44
What was a unique geological challenge during the Channel Tunnel (UK-France) construction?
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Answer: Option C
Solution:
The Channel Tunnel passed through chalk marl with water-bearing zones, requiring precise alignment and pressure-controlled TBMs.
45
Which major tunnel collapse was attributed to poor geological mapping and unsupported face?
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Answer: Option C
Solution:
The Nicoll Highway collapse (Singapore, 2004) occurred due to failure of retaining walls in soft marine clay, compounded by poor understanding of site geology and inadequate support.
46
The major geological hazard encountered in the construction of the Karakoram Highway was:
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Answer: Option C
Solution:
The Karakoram Highway passes through tectonically active terrain with frequent landslides and GLOFs, posing significant geotechnical challenges. Engineering solutions included retaining structures, tunnels, and realignments.
47
Which case study is best known for using microtunneling in highly populated urban areas?
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Answer: Option B
Solution:
The Hong Kong MTR Expansion used microtunneling and other trenchless techniques to limit surface disruption in congested city areas.
48
The cause of the 2001 Bhuj earthquake damage to engineered structures was primarily due to:
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Answer: Option D
Solution:
The 2001 Bhuj earthquake exposed how poor seismic design and soil amplification effects contributed to significant damage even in engineered structures.
49
What caused delays in the Metro tunnel beneath the Hooghly River in Kolkata?
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Answer: Option C
Solution:
The tunnel passed under the Hooghly River through water-bearing alluvial silt, leading to water ingress and requiring specialized TBMs and grouting.
50
In the Olmos Trans-Andean tunnel project, what was a key geological issue?
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Answer: Option C
Solution:
The tunnel passed through the Andes, encountering phyllite and crushed fault zones, which required ground support and drainage strategies.