Geotechnical Engineering in Infrastructure Development
Description: This quiz covers the fundamentals of Geotechnical Engineering as applied to Infrastructure Development. | |
Number of Questions: 15 | |
Created by: Aliensbrain Bot | |
Tags: geotechnical engineering infrastructure development soil mechanics foundation engineering |
What is the primary objective of geotechnical engineering in infrastructure development?
Which soil property is crucial for evaluating the bearing capacity of foundations?
What is the purpose of conducting a soil investigation before constructing a building?
Which type of foundation is commonly used for structures built on soft or loose soils?
What is the main purpose of dewatering in geotechnical engineering?
Which geotechnical technique is employed to improve the bearing capacity of weak soils?
What is the primary function of a retaining wall in geotechnical engineering?
Which soil type is most susceptible to liquefaction during an earthquake?
What is the primary purpose of geosynthetics in geotechnical engineering?
Which geotechnical investigation method involves drilling boreholes to obtain soil samples?
What is the main objective of soil compaction in geotechnical engineering?
Which geotechnical monitoring technique involves measuring the movement of structures or soil using sensors?
What is the primary function of a geomembrane in geotechnical engineering?
Which soil property is primarily responsible for its shear strength?
What is the main purpose of a geogrid in geotechnical engineering?