What is the role of geotextiles in construction geology?
A. Aesthetic purpose
B. Soil reinforcement
C. Reduce heat loss
D. Increase soil color
Answer: Option B
Solution (By Examveda Team)
Geotextiles are synthetic fabrics used to reinforce soil, improve drainage, and separate soil layers in roadbeds and embankments.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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