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Geological Engineering · Q16

Engineering Geology for Construction

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 16

Q16

What is the primary geological hazard considered when selecting a tunnel route?

A.
River proximity
B.
Slope angle
C.
Fault zones
Answer
D.
Soil fertility

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Fault zones are weak and fractured, posing hazards such as collapses and water ingress in tunnel alignments.Avoiding them is a key consideration in tunnel planning.