Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) 2008 B.Sc Geology Energy Resources and Mineral Exploration - Question Paper
4233
2008-2009
B.Sc.(HONS.) (PART-III) EXAMINATION (GEOLOGY)
ENERGY RESOURCES & MINERAL EX FLORA J ION
(GL-316)
Maximum Marks: 40 Duration : Three Hours.
Answer all questions.
i Wrile notes on anv two of ihe foilowiniJ' ti7
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(a) Types of coal
(b) Origin of coal
(c) Gondwana coal fields
2. Describe in detail the various types of traps for accumulation of oil. 07
OR
2 Write notes on the following:
(a) Origin of hydrocarbons
(b) Reservoir rocks.
3. Discuss the physical properties and origin of important minerals of Uranium
and Thorium. 06
OR
3. Describe the various methods of prospecting for radioactive minerals.
Briefly describe the various geophysical methods used in mineral exploration.
Enlist the various advantages and disadvantages of air-bome and ground surveys. 07
5 Define reserve. Give a classification of reserve. Add a note on reserve
estimation. 06
OR
5. Write short notes on the following:
(a) Grab sampling
(b) Geo-chemical method for mineral exploration.
6. Write explanatory notes on any two of the following:
(a) Mineral production in India.
(b) National mineral Policy
(c) Mineral resources of the sea.
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