Explore topic-wise MCQs in Engineering Geology.

This section includes 10 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Engineering Geology knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

Non-systematic joints occur at random in the rocks.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
2.

Joints parallel to bedding planes are called ___________

A. Strike joints
B. Bedding joints
C. Dip joints
D. Oblique joints
Answer» C. Dip joints
3.

What is the other name for diagonal joints?

A. Dip joints
B. Strike joints
C. Sheet joints
D. Oblique joints
Answer» E.
4.

The type of joint not studied under the geometry as basis is ___________

A. Strike joints
B. Dip joints
C. Hade joints
D. Oblique joints
Answer» D. Oblique joints
5.

How many types are further classified based on geometry?

A. 2
B. 4
C. 3
D. 5
Answer» D. 5
6.

Which type of rocks are classified based on geometry?

A. Pseudo-stratified
B. Stratified
C. Non-stratified
D. Anisotropic
Answer» C. Non-stratified
7.

How many groups are classified based on the presence of regularities?

A. 2
B. 3
C. 5
D. 4
Answer» B. 3
8.

Example of systematic joints are ___________

A. Columnar joints
B. Mural joints
C. Sheet joints
D. Columnar and mural joints
Answer» E.
9.

The type of joint which can be measured and mapped easily is ___________

A. Systematic joints
B. Non-systematic joints
C. Irregular joints
D. Homogenous joints
Answer» B. Non-systematic joints
10.

The classification which is not considered under study is ___________

A. Spatial relationship
B. Number of joints
C. Geometry
D. Genesis
Answer» C. Geometry