the importance in relation to folds,faults,joints and uncomformities
2006-10-30 02:16:33 · 3 answers · asked by stone 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Earth Sciences & Geology
becauser of applying engineering principles to the study of geological materials as part of the engineering design of facilities including roads, tunnels, and mines especially as related to minerals and mineral products. Some see it as a merging of the disciplines of geology and engineering and materials science, but, while it includes aspects of all, it has several specializations unique to the field.
2006-10-30 02:33:28 · answer #1 · answered by micho 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Keep structures from falling down.
If the base is not solid, neither will anything built on it. Engineers have to know what they are dealing with, and if possible, how to keep it stable. If constructing an tunnel or a mine, what are you going to dig through? Sandstone, shale, granite? Will it stay up? Ever hear of sinkholes? They occur in limestone valleys. Do you want your house on one?
Read the link below about the recent landslide at a Wal-Mart construction site near Pittsburgh. The stability of the geology of the hillside is in question as to if it could really support the fill plateau built on it.
2006-10-30 10:43:17 · answer #2 · answered by Tom-PG 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Importance Of Geological Structures
2017-02-20 15:37:18 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋