What type of foundation is suitable in areas with weak surface soils but strong strata below?
A. Raft foundation
B. Shallow footing
C. Pile foundation
D. Strip footing
Answer: Option C
Solution (By Examveda Team)
Pile foundations transfer load to deeper, stronger layers, bypassing weak upper soil.Ideal for tall structures and bridges.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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