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Geological Engineering · Q183

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Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 183

Q183

In the case of the Three Gorges Dam, what major geological concern was addressed during planning?

A.
River meandering
B.
Seismic risk
Answer
C.
Ground freezing
D.
Karst dissolution

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
The Three Gorges Dam is in a seismically active region. Seismic risk assessment was crucial in the design of dam structures and slope stabilization along the reservoir.