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Geological Engineering · Q36

Geophysical Methods in Engineering

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 36

Q36

What is the primary use of gravity methods in engineering geology?

A.
Mineral detection
B.
Moisture content mapping
C.
Detection of subsurface density variations
Answer
D.
Determining groundwater pH

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Gravity methods detect changes in subsurface density which helps locate voids, faults, and rock interfaces.