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Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 101

Q101

What was a major hazard considered in the planning of the Dubai Palm Islands?

A.
Ice loading
B.
Erosion by monsoon rains
C.
Shoreline subsidence and liquefaction
Answer
D.
Rockfall

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Extensive studies were done to assess subsidence and liquefaction risk due to the reclaimed sandy seabed and seismic considerations.