Explore topic-wise MCQs in Engineering Geology.

This section includes 6 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.

Joints are not common and are very easy structures to study in rocks.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
2.

Compression joints usually occur in which part of fault?

A. Crust
B. Mantle
C. Core
D. Margins
Answer» D. Margins
3.

The joints that are caused due to compressive forces are called as ___________

A. T joints
B. C joints
C. Longitudinal joints
D. Compression joints
Answer» E.
4.

The type of joint occurring in igneous rocks during cooling is ___________

A. Shear joints
B. Tensile joints
C. Compression joints
D. Bend joints
Answer» C. Compression joints
5.

The joints developed due to tensile forces are ___________

A. Tensile joints
B. Compressive joints
C. Shear joints
D. No particular name
Answer» B. Compressive joints
6.

Joints running parallel to hinge lines are called ___________

A. Hinge joints
B. Radial joints
C. Bedding joints
D. Oblique joints
Answer» C. Bedding joints