CSS Geology Past Paper 2001

GEOLOGY (PAPER-I)

PART-2(Subjective) 80 Marks

Attempt Four questions. (20×5)

PART-II

Q.1. Classify the fault genetically and briefly describe with the help of suitable diagrams.

Q.2. Discuss the rock cycle and explain how it is related to plate tectonics.

Q.3. What are the basic time stratigraphic units and their corresponding time units? Why did geologists find it necessary to establish these two kinds of units?

Q.4. Briefly describe Phylum Mollusca and give its classification up to the class level with ages.

Q.5. Briefly describe the major plutonic and volcanic rocks with their composition. Give some examples from Pakistan.

Q.6. Write a comprehensive note on Geodynamics of Pakistan.

Q.7. Write short notes on the following:

  • (a) Differential weathering
  • (b) Primary structures of igneous rock
  • (c) Geomorphic cycle
  • (d) Metamorphic Facies

GEOLOGY (PAPER-II)

PART-2(Subjective) 80 Marks

Attempt Four questions. (20×5)

PART-II

Q.1. Briefly describe the case histories of the following oil and gas fields:

  • (a) Mari Gas Field
  • (b) Khaskhaili Oil Field
  • (c) Dhulian Oil Field
  • (d) Dhodhak Condensate Field

Q.2. How gravity and magnetic techniques are useful in hydrocarbon exploration?

Q.3. Describe various kinds of gemstones and give their occurrences from Pakistan.

Q.4. Describe the environmental conditions of the transformation of organic matter into kerogen. How does the expulsion occur from the source rock?

Q.5. Write a detailed note on salinity and water logging problems in the Sindh Region.

Q.6. How are sites for dam construction investigated? Which site would you suggest for dam construction on the Indus River? Discuss.

Q.7. Write SHORT NOTES on the following:

  • (a) Types of aquifers
  • (b) Geochemical exploration technique
  • (c) Radioactive minerals of Pakistan
  • (d) Metallogeny of Pakistan