220 + Interview Questions in Other Major Topics In Civil Engineering in Basic Civil Engineering Page 4 InterviewSolution

151.	Hydrogen Peroxide is generated from:(a) Photochemical smog products(b) Explosive manufacturing industry(c) Automobile exhausts(d) Thermal power plantsI got this question in examination.The question is from Environmental Engineering in portion Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The correct choice is (a) PHOTOCHEMICAL smog PRODUCTS The EXPLANATION: It is generated from the photochemical smog products. It is a COMMON pollutant in the air and can CAUSE lungs irritation when inhaled.

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152.	How many types of Fly Rules are there?(a) 2(b) 5(c) 4(d) 3This question was posed to me during an online exam.Question is from Airport Engineering in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Right option is (a) 2 Easiest explanation: There are 2 fly rules; the VFR (VISUAL Flight Rules) and IFR (Instrumental Fly Rules). The VFR allows the aircraft to be OPERATED within reasonable conditions by oneself. In IFR, the OPERATIONS are entirely controlled by instruments. A flight plan is required in both cases.

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153.	The track modulus is not affected by gauges.(a) True(b) FalseI have been asked this question in homework.My question is from Railway Engineering topic in portion Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Right answer is (b) False The best explanation: As the THREE gauges (narrow-NG, metre –MG and broad-BG) increases, the components of the permanent part (like BALLAST and SLEEPER) also increases in size. As a result track MODULUS also increases. The recommended track modulus is: BG = 70 to 90kg/cm^2, MG=42-54kg/cm^2 and NG=30kg/cm^2.

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154.	Every port is a harbour.(a) True(b) FalseThis question was addressed to me in exam.This is a very interesting question from Port and Harbour Engineering in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The correct choice is (a) True The explanation is: Harbour is an enclosed area where there is storage, refuelling, loading and UNLOADING of CARGO facilities. A port is a harbour which provides all facilities for the TRANSFER of cargo as well as PASSENGERS. So, all the ports are harbours.

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155.	The design consideration of highways doesn’t include:(a) Settlement(b) Cross section(c) Level of service(d) Sight distanceI had been asked this question in exam.This interesting question is from Highway Engineering in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The correct answer is (a) Settlement For explanation: To design foundation, settlement is an important parameter. For designing HIGHWAYS: the number of lanes, cross SECTION, level of service, sight distance, ALIGNMENT, lane WIDTH and so on are important considerations.

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156.	How many steps are involved in a soil investigation?(a) 3(b) 6(c) 5(d) 2This question was addressed to me by my school teacher while I was bunking the class.The above asked question is from Geotechnical Investigation and Geosynthetics topic in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Right answer is (a) 3 Explanation: The first STEP is reconnaissance (visual INSPECTION, MAPS, photos, etc.). The next step is EXPLORATION (geophysical, electrical, pits, etc.).The last step is FIELD tests (vane shear, pumping, penetration, etc.).

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157.	The mass density of water at 4^oC is:(a) 1000g/ml(b) 1kg/m^3(c) 1000Mg/m^3(d) 1000kg/m^3This question was posed to me in an online quiz.The origin of the question is Geotechnical Engineering in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The correct answer is (d) 1000kg/m^3 For explanation I WOULD SAY: MASS density is the ratio of mass of water to VOLUME of water. At 4^oC, it is 1g/ml or 1000kg/m^3 or 1Mg/m^3.

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158.	____________ is the measure of loss of strength with remoulding, with water content unchanged.(a) Compressibility(b) Sensitivity(c) Stability(d) ThixotropyThe question was asked in homework.The doubt is from Geotechnical Engineering topic in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Right option is (B) Sensitivity The explanation: Sensitivity values range from 1-16. For an INSENSITIVE SOIL, it is 1. A soil with sensitivity above 16, is TERMED as quick.

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159.	In how many ways does the conservation of biodiversity work?(a) 5(b) 2(c) 3(d) 4I got this question during an interview.Question is taken from Biodiversity and Ecology in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The correct ANSWER is (b) 2 Easy explanation: The conservation METHODS are BROADLY classified as in-situ conservation (the species are conserved in their natural ecosystems, which are PROTECTED) and ex-situ conservation (breeding of new and endangered plants/animals in controlled conditions).

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160.	Which of the following cycle does not have a gaseous state?(a) Oxygen(b) Nitrogen(c) Carbon(d) PhosphorousI had been asked this question during an interview for a job.This interesting question is from Various Cycles of Environment topic in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The correct OPTION is (d) PHOSPHOROUS Explanation: Phosphorous is present as inorganic phosphate PO43-.It is released from ROCKS and sediments.It is absorbed by plants and is incorporated into the nucleic ACIDS.

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161.	General land use planning deals with:(a) Residential(b) Institutional(c) Forests(d) CommercialI had been asked this question in an internship interview.I would like to ask this question from Urban Engineering topic in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Correct choice is (C) Forests To elaborate: The general land use planning deals with the non-urban LARGE scale areas like forests, croplands, swamplands, etc. and they are used primarily for agriculture, forest or special USES. The other 3 options COME under urban land use planning.

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162.	The first academic publication about ecological footprints was in:(a) 1992(b) 1990(c) 1993(d) 1994This question was posed to me during an interview.Query is from Sustainable Engineering topic in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Correct option is (a) 1992 Best EXPLANATION: William Rees PUBLISHED the first ecological footprint in 1992. The concept and calculation was developed as the PhD DISSERTATION of MATHIS Wackernagel under Rees’ supervision from 1990-1994.

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163.	Runways are oriented in a direction against the prevailing wind.(a) True(b) FalseI had been asked this question in an international level competition.My question comes from Airport Engineering in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The correct choice is (b) False To elaborate: The runways are oriented in the direction of the WIND so that it can UTILIZE the force PROVIDED by the wind for take-off and landing of the aircraft.

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164.	Which of the following is not a characteristic of centralized system of the terminal Area?(a) Passengers, cargo routed centrally(b) Passenger facilities in small units(c) Walking distance to aircraft < 200m(d) Common facilities for different gate positionsThis question was posed to me by my school principal while I was bunking the class.This key question is from Airport Engineering in portion Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» RIGHT choice is (b) Passenger facilities in SMALL units Easy explanation: The passenger facilities are arranged in smaller units or provided separately at DIFFERENT locations in a decentralised system. Each unit will have AIRCRAFT gate positions.

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165.	The open type of wharves are made of:(a) Timber(b) R.C.C.(c) Timber, R.C.C. or both(d) Earth or rock fillThis question was posed to me in examination.This is a very interesting question from Port and Harbour Engineering in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Right choice is (c) Timber, R.C.C. or both To EXPLAIN: These have high level DECKS which are supported by piles and are made of timber, R.C.C or both together. Sometimes stressed slab or beam is also used. The solid type wharves are made of earth or ROCK fill with the bottom made of structures like steel PILE CELLS.

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166.	What must be done to wooden sleepers before use?(a) Seasoning(b) Washing(c) Painting(d) HydratingI got this question during an internship interview.The origin of the question is Railway Engineering topic in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The correct ANSWER is (a) SEASONING The EXPLANATION is: The wood for the sleepers is taken DIRECTLY from the trees and they contain moisture. In order to reduce the moisture content, seasoning is adopted. In India, air seasoning is the most commonly USED method.

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167.	How does the depth of ballast cushion affect rail section?(a) Higher the depth bigger the rail section(b) Depth is less, bigger the rail section(c) Depth is less, smaller the rail section(d) Depth and Rail section sameThis question was posed to me during an interview.My doubt is from Railway Engineering in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Correct answer is (b) Depth is less, BIGGER the rail SECTION To explain I would say: The selection of the rail section depends on many FACTORS like HEAVIEST axle LOADS, maximum permissible speed, type of sleepers and depth of ballast cushion. If the depth of the ballast cushion is less, then a bigger rail section has to be provided.

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168.	__________ is used in shaping the surface of sand-clay roads.(a) Hoes and rakes(b) Mattocks and bush hooks(c) Drag scraper(d) PlowI have been asked this question by my college director while I was bunking the class.I'm obligated to ask this question of Highway Engineering topic in portion Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Correct choice is (a) Hoes and rakes Easy explanation: MATTOCKS and bush HOOKS are USED for trimming surface. Drag SCRAPER is used for scraping the road surface. PLOW is used to expose the surface by overturning it.

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169.	The longest international highway is:(a) Pan-American highway(b) Trans-Canada highway(c) Karakoram highway(d) Australia highway 1I got this question at a job interview.Query is from Highway Engineering topic in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Right choice is (a) Pan-American highway To EXPLAIN I would say: Pan-American highway is nearly 25,000 KMS long. It connects many COUNTRIES in AMERICA. Trans-Canada is longest national highway. Karakoram is the highest international highway. Longest national highway circuit is Australia’s highway 1.

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170.	The administration of highway projects depends on __________ factors.(a) 2(b) 5(c) 3(d) 6This question was addressed to me during an interview.This question is from Highway Engineering in portion Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Right answer is (C) 3 To explain I WOULD say: For each country, the administration of highway PROJECTS is different. But there are three FACTORS common to all countries – SOCIAL, political and economic.

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171.	Indirect method of geotechnical investigation is also termed as _____________(a) Geo-chemical methods(b) Geo-physical methods(c) Borehole method(d) Soil mechanicsThe question was asked in an interview for internship.My question is taken from Geotechnical Investigation and Geosynthetics in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» RIGHT option is (b) Geo-physical METHODS To EXPLAIN: Geo-physical methods use the principle that physical properties of soil vary for DIFFERENT TYPES of soils. It is an indirect method of geotechnical investigation.

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172.	How many grades of soil are there?(a) 5(b) 4(c) 7(d) 6The question was posed to me by my college professor while I was bunking the class.Query is from Soil Properties topic in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The correct choice is (b) 4 Explanation: BASED on the DEGREE of distinctness of peds (natural aggregates of soil PARTICLES), there are 4 grades of soil. They are structureless, WEAK, moderate and STRONG.

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173.	Soil exists in how many states?(a) 1(b) 2(c) 3(d) 4I had been asked this question in an interview for internship.Query is from Soil Properties topic in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The correct choice is (d) 4 The explanation: SOIL can exist in FOUR states BASED on the amount of water content. They are liquid, plastic, semi solid and solid STATE. Water content DECREASES with each state.

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174.	Living organisms can use Nitrogen (N2) as it occurs in the atmosphere.(a) True(b) FalseI have been asked this question in semester exam.The doubt is from Various Cycles of Environment in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The correct CHOICE is (b) False For explanation I WOULD say: The living ORGANISMS cannot use N2 to synthesise organic compounds. N2 is converted to NH3 by nitrogen fixing bacteria and then to nitrate by NITRIFYING bacteria which can then be USED by organisms.

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175.	Which of the below green building in India has received a platinum LEED certification?(a) Dabur India, Chandigarh(b) Logix Cyber Park, UP(c) Unitech Commercial Tower, Chandigarh(d) Suzlon One Earth, PuneI have been asked this question by my college professor while I was bunking the class.This interesting question is from Sustainable Engineering in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Right option is (d) Suzlon ONE Earth, Pune Easiest EXPLANATION: This building can accommodate 2300 PEOPLE, has USED low energy materials, thus reducing carbon footprint. 90% of occupied SPACE has access to natural daylight.

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176.	Bio-medical waste can be effectively managed by the thermal process.(a) True(b) FalseThe question was asked during an internship interview.Question is taken from Solid Waste Management topic in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The correct answer is (a) True To elaborate: The THERMAL process uses heat in varying temperatures to disinfect the pathogens PRESENT. Autoclave & microwave process uses low heat whereas incinerator and hydroclaring USE HIGH heat to render the waste pathogen FREE.

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177.	How many types of landfills are there?(a) 3(b) 2(c) 5(d) 4The question was posed to me during an interview for a job.The above asked question is from Solid Waste Management in portion Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Correct answer is (a) 3 The explanation: They are sanitary landfills, controlled dumps and bioreactor landfills. Sanitary landfills are the most common and are situated where the land FEATURES AID in decomposition. Controlled dumps are well planned sites and bioreactor landfills use a SUPERIOR microbiological PROCESS for decomposition.

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178.	Pollution cases can be classified into _________ types.(a) 4(b) 2(c) 5(d) 6The question was posed to me in an online quiz.This intriguing question originated from Environmental Engineering topic in division Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Right option is (B) 2 Easiest EXPLANATION: There can be two types BASED on special DIMENSIONS. They are LOCALISED pollution cases (spill accidents) and diffused pollution cases.

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179.	In the method of trenching, the size of the trench may be:(a) 12 x 5 x 2m(b) 15 x 5 x 3m(c) 12 x 3 x 2m(d) 15 x 5 x 5mI had been asked this question in quiz.My doubt stems from Environmental Engineering topic in division Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Right option is (c) 12 X 3 x 2m The best I can explain: Trenching is a method of disposing of solid waste. Trench is dug of size 12 x 3 x 2m, waste is FILLED and levelled and then covered with a layer of EARTH or ASH.

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180.	The presence of gas in water is indicated by:(a) Fizzing sound(b) Foam(c) Bubbles(d) Colour changeThis question was posed to me in homework.My enquiry is from Environmental Engineering topic in portion Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The CORRECT choice is (b) Foam Best explanation: WATER may be POLLUTED by the presence of some unpleasant gases from INDUSTRIES. They are recognized by the foaming of water.

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181.	Which of the following is not a flood proofing measures for houses?(a) Elevation(b) Floodwalls(c) Dry flood proofing(d) Detention basinI have been asked this question during an interview.My question is taken from Urban Engineering topic in portion Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Correct choice is (d) Detention basin The explanation is: The buildings which are in FLOOD prone areas can be flood PROOFED by elevation (raise a BUILDING), FLOODWALLS (a wall built to keep water away) and dry flood proofing (making walls of building watertight).

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182.	ICAO classification system considers how many things?(a) 2(b) 4(c) 5(d) 6This question was posed to me in an online quiz.My doubt is from Airport Engineering topic in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Correct choice is (a) 2 Easy explanation: The ICAO classification system is BASED on geometric designs broadly. It mainly considers 2 THINGS for its classification – length of the RUNWAY and on basis of wing span and outer main GEAR WHEEL span.

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183.	How many components does a harbour comprise of?(a) 5(b) 10(c) 15(d) 20This question was addressed to me during an interview for a job.My question is based upon Port and Harbour Engineering in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Correct ANSWER is (b) 10 For explanation: The VARIOUS components of a harbour are entrance CHANNEL, break WATER, turning basin, shelter basin, pier, WHARF, quay, dry dock, wet dock and jetty.

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184.	Which of the below is not a test on geosynthetics?(a) Grab test(b) Dry sieve test(c) Pumping in test(d) Tear testThis question was posed to me in my homework.Origin of the question is Geotechnical Investigation and Geosynthetics in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» RIGHT CHOICE is (c) Pumping in TEST The explanation is: Pumping in the test is a field test to DETERMINE permeability of soil. All the others are used to test GEOSYNTHETICS.

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185.	How many types of primary functions of geosynthetics are there?(a) 5(b) 4(c) 6(d) 3I got this question in examination.I would like to ask this question from Geotechnical Investigation and Geosynthetics topic in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Right ANSWER is (a) 5 For EXPLANATION: The main functions are separation, REINFORCEMENT, FILTRATION, drainage and containment.

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186.	___________ is useful in determining gradient of water underground.(a) Pressure meter(b) Penetrometer(c) Piezometer(d) HydrometerI got this question during a job interview.My question is from Geotechnical Investigation and Geosynthetics in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The correct option is (c) Piezometer To explain I would SAY: Piezometer is USED for long term investigation of GROUND water tables in CUT and fill areas. They are also used to DETERMINE if there is upward or downward gradient of water.

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187.	Geosynthetics includes __________ main product categories.(a) 6(b) 8(c) 9(d) 10I have been asked this question by my school principal while I was bunking the class.My enquiry is from Geotechnical Investigation and Geosynthetics in division Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Right option is (b) 8 The BEST explanation: GEOSYNTHETICS are synthetic products (polymeric). The eight CATEGORIES are geotextiles, GEOGRIDS, geonets, GEOMEMBRANES, geosynthetic clay liners, geofoam, geocells and geocomposites.

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188.	Triaxial compression test is used to find __________ of soil.(a) Compressive strength(b) Permeability(c) Specific gravity(d) Shear strengthThis question was posed to me in exam.Query is from Geotechnical Engineering in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» CORRECT option is (d) Shear strength Easy explanation: There are 4 METHODS available to measure shear strength of soil – DIRECT shear, triaxial compression, unconfined compression and VANE shear test. Triaxial compression test is the most ACCURATE one.

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189.	________ is the conventional source for hydel power.(a) Tidal wave(b) Currents(c) Water(d) RipplesI had been asked this question during an online exam.The above asked question is from Sustainable Engineering in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Right answer is (c) Water For explanation: HYDEL power is obtained from a high velocity of running water. It is abundantly present. It is USED for a longer PERIOD of TIME. It is an exceptional case of CONVENTIONAL energy.

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190.	Biodiversity is of importance as it offers:(a) Stability of ecosystems(b) Stability of atmosphere(c) Stability of species(d) Stability of researchI got this question in exam.Question is from Biodiversity and Ecology topic in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Right OPTION is (a) Stability of ecosystems To explain I would SAY: Biodiversity helps in MAINTAINING ECOLOGICAL stability. The ecosystems have an ability to maintain its original nature even after disturbances occur WITHIN it, with the help of biodiversity.

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191.	Which minerals and in what form are present in ground water?(a) Fe & Mn in Ferrous and Manganous(b) Fe & Cu in Ferric and Cupric(c) Fe & Mn in Ferric and manganous(d) Cu & Mn in Cuprous and manganousThis question was posed to me in final exam.I'd like to ask this question from Wastewater Management in division Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» RIGHT option is (a) Fe & MN in Ferrous and Manganous The EXPLANATION is: Both these are present in their reduced forms. If the ground WATER has more than the permissible amounts (Fe less than or equal to 0.3mg/litre and Mn≤ 0.05mg/ltr) then it should be treated.

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192.	Wastewater can become septic by the loss of:(a) Dissolved oxygen content(b) Carbon content(c) Organic compounds(d) Water contentThis question was addressed to me in an interview.This intriguing question originated from Wastewater Management in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Correct answer is (a) Dissolved oxygen CONTENT To elaborate: In conditions of warm weather, the dissolved oxygen content of the WASTEWATER LOSES and it becomes SEPTIC. It has an offensive odour of HYDROGEN sulphide.

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193.	Failures within hydrosphere in oxygen cycle can result in the development of:(a) Hyperoxic zones(b) Hypoxic zones(c) Hydrolic zones(d) Hydroxic zonesI had been asked this question during an interview.Enquiry is from Environmental Engineering in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The correct option is (b) Hypoxic zones Easiest EXPLANATION: Hypoxic zones are also called dead zones. These are AREAS with low oxygen CONTENT and can be INHABITABLE for living organisms. Any failure in the hydrosphere WITHIN oxygen cycle can lead to the formation of hypoxic zones.

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194.	____________ is a type of utility based harbour.(a) River harbour(b) Artificial harbour(c) Commercial harbour(d) Canal harbourThis question was posed to me in an online interview.This is a very interesting question from Port and Harbour Engineering topic in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The correct CHOICE is (c) Commercial harbour Explanation: The commercial harbour PROVIDES facilities for loading/unloading of cargo. An artificial harbour is BASED on the protection needed. (Manmade to protect from storms/waves). RIVER and canal harbours are based on the location of these.

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195.	The entrance channel ranges from:(a) 100-160m(b) 100-500m(c) 0-400m(d) 100-260mThe question was posed to me in semester exam.I would like to ask this question from Port and Harbour Engineering in division Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» The correct choice is (d) 100-260m The best I can explain: The ships enter the harbour from a wide water AREA, which is CALLED an entrance channel. The width is 100M for a SMALL harbour, 100-160m for MEDIUM and 160-260 for large harbour.

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196.	_________ apparatus is used to test liquid limit of a soil.(a) Mohr(b) Casagrande(c) Otto(d) TerzaghiThe question was asked in my homework.The above asked question is from Soil Properties in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» CORRECT answer is (B) Casagrande The explanation: The water content at which soil CHANGES from liquid to plastic state is liquid limit. Casagrande apparatus consists of a RUBBER base and brass cup.Sample is filled in a cup, subjected to blows by rotating handle at 2 revolutions per second. Water content corresponding to 25 blows is the liquid limit.

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197.	In India roads are classified into ________ based on location.(a) 6(b) 3(c) 4(d) 5The question was posed to me during an interview for a job.My doubt is from Highway Engineering topic in division Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Right OPTION is (d) 5 Best EXPLANATION: They are NATIONAL highways (NH), state highways (SH), MAJOR district road (MDRs), other district road (ODRs) and village road (VRs).

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198.	Loose soil has a relative density within a range of:(a) 60-85(b) 85-100(c) 10-35(d) 35-60This question was addressed to me in homework.I'm obligated to ask this question of Soil Properties topic in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Right choice is (C) 10-35 Explanation: Relative density is used to express relative COMPACTNESS of cohesionless soil. It RANGES from <10 to 100 (very loose to very DENSE). Loose soil has a relative density between 10 and 35.

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199.	The activities of cultivation of land, timber harvesting is permitted in:(a) Sanctuaries(b) National Parks(c) Biosphere Reserves(d) Protected AreasThis question was addressed to me during a job interview.This key question is from Biodiversity and Ecology in portion Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Correct CHOICE is (a) Sanctuaries Explanation: Sanctuaries are the areas where only WILDLIFE is present. So, cultivation, harvesting of TIMBER, ETC is permitted only if does not interfere with the PROJECT. In all the other 3 options, it is prohibited.

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200.	Which one of the following is not an in-situ conservation method?(a) Zoo(b) National Parks(c) Biosphere Reserves(d) SanctuariesI got this question during an interview.My enquiry is from Biodiversity and Ecology topic in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering
Answer» Right answer is (a) Zoo To elaborate: Zoo is a CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT where animals are kept. The other 3 options are the natural HABITAT or areas where the SPECIES reside.

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How many types of Fly Rules are there?(a) 2(b) 5(c) 4(d) 3This question was posed to me during an online exam.Question is from Airport Engineering in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

The track modulus is not affected by gauges.(a) True(b) FalseI have been asked this question in homework.My question is from Railway Engineering topic in portion Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

Every port is a harbour.(a) True(b) FalseThis question was addressed to me in exam.This is a very interesting question from Port and Harbour Engineering in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

The design consideration of highways doesn’t include:(a) Settlement(b) Cross section(c) Level of service(d) Sight distanceI had been asked this question in exam.This interesting question is from Highway Engineering in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

The mass density of water at 4^oC is:(a) 1000g/ml(b) 1kg/m^3(c) 1000Mg/m^3(d) 1000kg/m^3This question was posed to me in an online quiz.The origin of the question is Geotechnical Engineering in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

In how many ways does the conservation of biodiversity work?(a) 5(b) 2(c) 3(d) 4I got this question during an interview.Question is taken from Biodiversity and Ecology in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

General land use planning deals with:(a) Residential(b) Institutional(c) Forests(d) CommercialI had been asked this question in an internship interview.I would like to ask this question from Urban Engineering topic in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

The first academic publication about ecological footprints was in:(a) 1992(b) 1990(c) 1993(d) 1994This question was posed to me during an interview.Query is from Sustainable Engineering topic in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

Runways are oriented in a direction against the prevailing wind.(a) True(b) FalseI had been asked this question in an international level competition.My question comes from Airport Engineering in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

The open type of wharves are made of:(a) Timber(b) R.C.C.(c) Timber, R.C.C. or both(d) Earth or rock fillThis question was posed to me in examination.This is a very interesting question from Port and Harbour Engineering in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

What must be done to wooden sleepers before use?(a) Seasoning(b) Washing(c) Painting(d) HydratingI got this question during an internship interview.The origin of the question is Railway Engineering topic in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

The longest international highway is:(a) Pan-American highway(b) Trans-Canada highway(c) Karakoram highway(d) Australia highway 1I got this question at a job interview.Query is from Highway Engineering topic in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

The administration of highway projects depends on __________ factors.(a) 2(b) 5(c) 3(d) 6This question was addressed to me during an interview.This question is from Highway Engineering in portion Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

How many grades of soil are there?(a) 5(b) 4(c) 7(d) 6The question was posed to me by my college professor while I was bunking the class.Query is from Soil Properties topic in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

Soil exists in how many states?(a) 1(b) 2(c) 3(d) 4I had been asked this question in an interview for internship.Query is from Soil Properties topic in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

Living organisms can use Nitrogen (N2) as it occurs in the atmosphere.(a) True(b) FalseI have been asked this question in semester exam.The doubt is from Various Cycles of Environment in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

Bio-medical waste can be effectively managed by the thermal process.(a) True(b) FalseThe question was asked during an internship interview.Question is taken from Solid Waste Management topic in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

How many types of landfills are there?(a) 3(b) 2(c) 5(d) 4The question was posed to me during an interview for a job.The above asked question is from Solid Waste Management in portion Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

Pollution cases can be classified into _________ types.(a) 4(b) 2(c) 5(d) 6The question was posed to me in an online quiz.This intriguing question originated from Environmental Engineering topic in division Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

In the method of trenching, the size of the trench may be:(a) 12 x 5 x 2m(b) 15 x 5 x 3m(c) 12 x 3 x 2m(d) 15 x 5 x 5mI had been asked this question in quiz.My doubt stems from Environmental Engineering topic in division Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

The presence of gas in water is indicated by:(a) Fizzing sound(b) Foam(c) Bubbles(d) Colour changeThis question was posed to me in homework.My enquiry is from Environmental Engineering topic in portion Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

ICAO classification system considers how many things?(a) 2(b) 4(c) 5(d) 6This question was posed to me in an online quiz.My doubt is from Airport Engineering topic in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

How many components does a harbour comprise of?(a) 5(b) 10(c) 15(d) 20This question was addressed to me during an interview for a job.My question is based upon Port and Harbour Engineering in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

How many types of primary functions of geosynthetics are there?(a) 5(b) 4(c) 6(d) 3I got this question in examination.I would like to ask this question from Geotechnical Investigation and Geosynthetics topic in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

Triaxial compression test is used to find __________ of soil.(a) Compressive strength(b) Permeability(c) Specific gravity(d) Shear strengthThis question was posed to me in exam.Query is from Geotechnical Engineering in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

________ is the conventional source for hydel power.(a) Tidal wave(b) Currents(c) Water(d) RipplesI had been asked this question during an online exam.The above asked question is from Sustainable Engineering in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

Biodiversity is of importance as it offers:(a) Stability of ecosystems(b) Stability of atmosphere(c) Stability of species(d) Stability of researchI got this question in exam.Question is from Biodiversity and Ecology topic in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

The entrance channel ranges from:(a) 100-160m(b) 100-500m(c) 0-400m(d) 100-260mThe question was posed to me in semester exam.I would like to ask this question from Port and Harbour Engineering in division Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

_________ apparatus is used to test liquid limit of a soil.(a) Mohr(b) Casagrande(c) Otto(d) TerzaghiThe question was asked in my homework.The above asked question is from Soil Properties in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

In India roads are classified into ________ based on location.(a) 6(b) 3(c) 4(d) 5The question was posed to me during an interview for a job.My doubt is from Highway Engineering topic in division Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

Loose soil has a relative density within a range of:(a) 60-85(b) 85-100(c) 10-35(d) 35-60This question was addressed to me in homework.I'm obligated to ask this question of Soil Properties topic in chapter Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering

Which one of the following is not an in-situ conservation method?(a) Zoo(b) National Parks(c) Biosphere Reserves(d) SanctuariesI got this question during an interview.My enquiry is from Biodiversity and Ecology topic in section Other Major Topics in Civil Engineering of Basic Civil Engineering