CSS Geology Past Paper 2012

GEOLOGY (PAPER-I)

PART-2(Subjective) 80 Marks

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

PART-II

Q. 2. Discuss the internal structure of the Earth in the light of seismic velocities.

Q. 3. Briefly describe the theory of plate tectonics. Also, comment on the Indian-Eurasian collision and the formation of the Himalayas.

Q. 4. Discuss the physical properties of minerals dependent on light.

Q. 5. Discuss the process of fossilization in detail.

Q. 6. Discuss the six general shapes of unit cells.

Q. 7. Describe the stratigraphy of Khewra Gorge.

Q. 8. Discuss regional metamorphism with relation to the Indian plate margin in Pakistan.

GEOLOGY (PAPER-II)

PART-2(Subjective) 80 Marks

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

PART-II

Q. 2. Discuss the mineralization associated with pegmatites.

Q. 3. Discuss the genesis of primary kaolin deposits of Pakistan. Also, describe the different end uses of this commodity.

Q. 4. Describe the theories regarding the origin of hydrocarbons. Also, discuss the primary migration of hydrocarbons.

Q. 5. Discuss the occurrence, stratigraphy, and reserves of coal deposits in the Salt Range (Cis and Trans Indus).

Q. 6. Discuss the different types of slope failure and their stability techniques.

Q. 7. Discuss the different geochemical prospection techniques.

Q. 8. Write notes on the following:
(a) Hydrological cycle
(b) Aquifer types