CSS Geology Past Paper 2010

GEOLOGY (PAPER-II)

PART-2(Subjective) 80 Marks

Attempt ONLY FOUR questions from PART-II. (20×4)

PART-II

Q. 2. Describe various modes of slope failures in rocks.

Q. 3. What is meant by alkali-aggregate reaction? Elaborate the concept of Alkali-Silica reaction.

Q. 4. How is the geochemical survey used for the exploration of mineral deposits?

Q. 5. Describe the occurrence and industrial utilization of bentonite deposits of Azad Kashmir.

Q. 6. Discuss the salient features of Tarbela Dam.

Q. 7. What is the role of an Engineering Geologist in the site investigation of a mega project?

Q. 8. Describe the theories regarding the origin of petroleum and the primary migration of hydrocarbons.