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Code No: V3104/R07

III B.Tech I Semester Supplementary Examinations, May 2010 ENGINEERING GEOLOGY (Civil Engineering) Time: 3 hours Max Marks: 80 Answer any FIVE Questions All Questions carry equal marks ????? 1. Briefly explain the Geological causes for the failure of St. Francis Dam, Halesbar Dam and hafayetha Dam. [16]

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2. Explain the following:

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(a) Mode of formation of minerals (b) Structures of Silicates.

[8+8]

3. Define the term “rock”. Describe the classification of rocks and their characteristics. [16] 4. Write a note on the following:

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(a) Anticline and syncline (b) Similar and parallel folds

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(c) Open and closed folds (d) Dome and Basin.

[4 × 4]

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5. (a) What is meant by earthquake? What are the effects o f earthquakes? (b) What are the precautionary measures taken in the construction of buildings in earthquake prone zones? [8+8]

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6. Define the term rock mechanics? What are problems and scope of rock mechanics? [16] 7. Explain the geological causes for failure dams Quote a few case histories.

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8. Write short notes on (a) Different purposes of tunnels (b) Tunnels in faulted strata. (c) Tunnels in folded strata.

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