Engineering Geology

Glaciers: These are made of ice which moves on ground surface. Or … [Read more...] about Glaciers | Types of Glaciers

Wells Wells can be defined as “A hole made for collecting underground water.” Or " A shaft sunk into the ground to obtain water, oil or gas." Collected water depends upon … [Read more...] about Definition of wells | Types and Importance

Following are the different terms related to seismic or earthquakes Seismology: The branch of science which deals with the study of earthquake … [Read more...] about Terms related to seismic or earthquakes

Definition of Weathering: Alteration of rocks due to action of surroundings such as wind is known as … [Read more...] about Definition of weathering and related terms

Role of knowledge of Geology in civil engineering: Geology plays a very important role in the field of civil engineering. Some applications of the knowledge of geology are given below … [Read more...] about Role of knowledge of Geology in civil engineering

Fossils: The dead remains of preserved plants and animals are known as fossils. Or … [Read more...] about Definition of Fossils | Conditions for preservation | Forms and uses of fossils