Explore topic-wise MCQs in Engineering Geology.

This section includes 5 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 term expressing the qualitative effect of earthquake is __________

A. Amplitude
B. Frequency
C. Time period
D. Intensity
Answer» E.
2.

The magnitude of the quake is based on what aspect of the wave?

A. Amplitude
B. Frequency
C. Time period
D. Intensity
Answer» B. Frequency
3.

Type of L-wave in which the particle is in the direction of propagation is __________

A. Love waves
B. Shock waves
C. Rayleigh waves
D. Transverse waves
Answer» B. Shock waves
4.

Type of L-wave in which the particle is of a complex nature is __________

A. Love waves
B. Shock waves
C. Rayleigh waves
D. Transverse waves
Answer» D. Transverse waves
5.

The elastic waves generated at the focus are seismic waves.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False