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Geological Engineering · Q11

Geological Hazards

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 11

Q11

The term "subsidence" in geological hazards refers to:

A.
Uplift of rock strata
B.
Ground surface sinking
Answer
C.
Earth cracking
D.
Volcanic eruption

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Subsidence is the gradual or sudden sinking of the Earth's surface due to natural or man-made causes, such as mining or groundwater extraction.