KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA, PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR THE POSTS OF
PROVINCIAL MANAGEMENT SERVICES (BPS-17) 2013
GEOLOGY, PAPER-II
TIME ALLOWED: 03 HOURS MAX:MARKS: 100
Note: Attempt any Five questions. All questions carry equal marks.
Q.1 Explain early magmatic process of mineral formation. Cite examples?
Q.2 Describe geology of Makarwal Coal field and its suitability for power generation?
Q.3 Evaluate those geological conditions which are necessary for stability of concrete dam?
Q.4 Classify different types of aquifers and elaborate the mechanism for the movement of groundwater?
Q.5 Explain, how the study of remote sensing facilitates to explore mineral deposits?
Q.6 Discuss hydrocarbon potential of Kohat-Bannu sub-basin areas?
Q.7 Name important geotechnical properties of aggregate and discuss their mechanical properties in detail?
Q.8 Give significance of trace element dispersion during geochemical survey?