The book discusses different branches of geology, earths internal structure, composition of the earth, hydro geology, geological structures and their impact on terrain stability and solution of several engineering problems related with stability and suitability of site for construction. The text is supported by a number of illustrations and diagrams for better understanding of the concepts discussed..
Chapter 1 : Introduction
Chapter 2 : General Geology And Processes
Chapter 3 : Geo dynamics
Chapter 4 : Structural Geology
Chapter 5 : Rocks Of The Earth
Chapter 6 : Building Construction Materials
Chapter 7 : Mineralogy And Crystallography
Chapter 8 : Indian Stratigraphy
Chapter 9 : Hydro geology
Chapter 10 : Remote Sensing And Gis
Chapter 11 : Dams And Reservoirs
Chapter 12 : Tunnels
Chapter 13 : Roads, Highways And Bridges
Chapter 14 : Soil And Geo technical Studies
Chapter 15 : Geophysical Investigations
Chapter 16 : Improvement Of Foundation Rocks And Soil
Chapter 17 : Landslides, Slopes And Embankments
Chapter 18 : Environmental Geology References And Bibliography