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Geological Engineering · Q5

Geological Hazards

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 5

Q5

What is liquefaction in geological terms?

A.
Transformation of rock to magma
B.
Sudden drying of soil
C.
Saturated soil losing strength due to shaking
Answer
D.
Collapse of sinkholes

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Liquefaction occurs when saturated, unconsolidated soil temporarily behaves like a liquid during intense ground shaking.This leads to ground failure and building collapse.