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Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 135

Q135

What engineering control was implemented in the Aizu Tunnel to manage gas emissions?

A.
Ventilation boreholes
Answer
B.
Ground freezing
C.
Bentonite lining
D.
Reinforced concrete vaults

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
The tunnel passed through gas-bearing formations, so ventilation boreholes were installed to manage potentially explosive methane gases.