What is the function of a piezometer in site investigation?
A. Measure settlement
B. Measure water table or pore pressure
C. Test shear strength
D. Estimate soil pH
Answer: Option B
Solution (By Examveda Team)
A piezometer is used to measure the groundwater table or pore water pressure in soil or rock, which is critical for slope stability and foundation design.This Question Belongs to Geological Engineering >> Site Investigation And Geotechnical Exploration
What is the primary objective of site investigation in geotechnical engineering?
A. Cost estimation
B. Material procurement
C. Determination of soil and rock properties
D. Project scheduling
Which of the following is a non-invasive geophysical method?
A. Cone penetration test
B. Standard penetration test
C. Electrical resistivity method
D. Test pit excavation
The standard penetration test (SPT) measures:
A. Soil shear strength
B. Soil permeability
C. Soil density
D. Soil resistance to penetration
What does a borehole log provide?
A. List of equipment used
B. Weather data
C. Subsurface profile and material description
D. Project cost
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