Which rock feature can create problems during tunnel boring?
A. Uniform grain texture
B. Inclined bedding planes
C. Foliation in schist
D. All of the above
Answer: Option D
Solution (By Examveda Team)
Inclined bedding, foliation, and weak planes all affect rock stability during tunneling, requiring careful design and support.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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