What is the role of a piezometer in site investigation?
A. Measure soil density
B. Determine chemical content
C. Monitor pore water pressure
D. Collect core samples
Answer: Option C
Solution (By Examveda Team)
A piezometer is used to measure pore water pressure or groundwater level in soils.It plays a vital role in slope stability and seepage analysis.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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