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Introduction to survey and mapping questions.

Introduction to survey and mapping questions.

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# Question
1

With the aid of a sketch, explain the principle behind and the process of survey using Electromagnetic Distance Measurement(EDM or Tacheometer survey)


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2

Differentiate reconnaissance mapping from regional mapping.


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3

With the aid of a sketch , discuss the important elements of a geological map.


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4

Geological maps are important tools we have for understanding and living with the earth aroung us. Discuss this statement.


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5

Explain the following methods of geological mapping

  1. Following contacts
  2. Traversing

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6

Explain how strike and dip are measured


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7

Discuss why is it advised to take measurements of strike and dip over a wide area of surface when doing mapping.


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8

Imagine a fault plane on which a geologist recorded the following attitude measurements to describe the orientation of the said fault plane.

  1. 324º/67ºNW
  2. 135º/78ºNW
  3. 314º/56ºNE
  4. 337º/57ºSE

With reasons determine which measurements are impossible.


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