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engineering geology

noun

  1. the application of geologic principles, techniques, and data to mining, construction, petroleum engineering, and ground-water utilization.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of engineering geology1

First recorded in 1860–65
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Example Sentences

According to Terry West, professor emeritus of engineering geology at Purdue University, urban sinkholes start when sand and gravel under the pavement erodes, usually because of an underground leak.

Members of the council do not have backgrounds in engineering, geology, or environmental science, yet nevertheless attended hours-long planning meetings and studied blueprints in order to best represent the community’s needs to Sibanye-Stillwater leadership.

Water, engineering, geology, environmental and cultural studies would take up to three years and cost up to $18 million, according to the company’s filings.

Water, engineering, geology, environmental and cultural studies would take up to three years and cost up to $18 million, according to the company’s filings.

Dr Bill Murphy, a senior lecturer in Engineering Geology at the University of Leeds, believes landslides could become more prevalent in the years to come.

From BBC

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