Engineering Geology  (English, Paperback, Gangopadhyay Subinoy)

Engineering Geology, compiled by Subinoy Gangopadhyay and published by Oxford University Press, is a comprehensive book for students who have opted for the subject in various courses. It begins with a discussion in fundamental geological features related to rocks and minerals, soil formation and soil classification, geological structures, underground water, aerial photo study and remote sensing and geophysical and drilling exploration. The book then deliberates on critical engineering geology concepts like soil and rock mechanics, approaches of site exploration for civil engineering projects with meticulous coverage for dams, tunnels, bridges, power channels, reservoirs, powerhouses, canals, and flumes, search for construction materials, treatment of geological defects, assessment and mitigation of natural hazards, and evaluation of Karstic limestone terrains for reservoir projects.

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