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Third Semester B.Tech Degree (S,FE) Examination December 2020 (2015 Scheme)

Max. Marks: 100

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APJ ABDUL KALAM TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

Course Code: CE205
Course Name: ENGINEERING GEOLOGY
PARTA
Answer any two full questions, each carries 15 marks
With neat diagram describe vertical distribution of ground water.
Discuss Dearman classification of weathering.
Define permeability? Discuss its importance in earth extraction and
construction.
The Varkala sandstone has bulk volume of 145m? and estimated to have a pore
space volume of 27.762. Calculate the porosity of the sandstone.
Explain the relevance of weathering in construction engineering.
Describe different types of weathering and their products.
Discuss different methods adopted to control ground water flow.
Write a note on relevance of geological understanding of the construction sites.
Using a profile picture, discuss characteristics of soil in different soil horizons.
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‎Answer any two full questions, each carries 15 marks
Discuss hardness of mineral. How are they useful in identifying a mineral?
Define mineral feldspar. How are they identified in the field? How do they
differ from quartz?
Discuss the mineral properties that affect its strength.
What are granites? How do granites differ from basalts?
How are sedimentary rocks differ from igneous rocks?
Discuss seismic waves. How do body waves differ from surface waves?
Briefly explain the concept of plate tectonics.
Compare and contrast calcite and quartz.

Discuss engineering properties of rocks.

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Duration: 3 Hours

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