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Geological Engineering · Q16

Introduction to Geological Engineering

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 16

Q16

Which geophysical method is commonly used to detect subsurface cavities and faults?

A.
Seismic refraction
Answer
B.
Carbon dating
C.
Chromatography
D.
Infrared thermography

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Seismic refraction is a geophysical method that uses the travel time of seismic waves through the Earth to map subsurface structures.It is especially useful in detecting faults, cavities, and variations in rock types.Correct Answer: Seismic refraction.