Explore topic-wise MCQs in Engineering Geology.

This section includes 8 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.

The similar type of rock to quartzite which is sedimentary i?

A. Compound quartzite
B. Orthoquartzite
C. Holo-quartzite
D. Accu-quartzite
Answer» C. Holo-quartzite
2.

Gneiss formed from sedimentary rock is called

A. Orthogneiss
B. Paragneiss
C. Banded gneiss
D. Augen gneiss
Answer» C. Banded gneiss
3.

Special property of talc schist is

A. Colour
B. Its structure
C. Soapy feel
D. Good odour
Answer» D. Good odour
4.

Examples of high grade schist is

A. Talc- schist
B. Garnet-schist
C. Chlorite-schist
D. Mica-schist
Answer» C. Chlorite-schist
5.

High grade schist is formed under what conditions?

A. Local metamorphism
B. Regional metamorphism
C. Displacement metamorphism
D. Chain metamorphism
Answer» C. Displacement metamorphism
6.

What is the grain size of slate rock?

A. Fine
B. Medium
C. Coarse
D. Very coarse
Answer» B. Medium
7.

Low grade schist is formed under what conditions

A. Low temperature and local metamorphism
B. High temperature and local metamorphism
C. Low temperature and regional metamorphism
D. Low temperature and regional metamorphism
Answer» D. Low temperature and regional metamorphism
8.

Slate is originated from which rock?

A. Sandstone
B. Granite
C. Shale
D. Basalt
Answer» D. Basalt