The type of stone masonry in which stones of same height are laid in layers, is called (A) Random rubble masonry (B) Course rubble masonry (C) Uncoursed rubble masonry (D) Ashlar masonry

The type of stone masonry in which stones of same height are laid in layers, is called
(A) Random rubble masonry
(B) Course rubble masonry
(C) Uncoursed rubble masonry
(D) Ashlar masonry
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Answer: Option B
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The stone masonry of finely dressed stones laid in cement or lime, is (A) Random rubble masonry (B) Coursed rubble masonry (C) Dry rubble masonry (D) Ashlar masonry

Description : The stone masonry of finely dressed stones laid in cement or lime, is (A) Random rubble masonry (B) Coursed rubble masonry (C) Dry rubble masonry (D) Ashlar masonry

Last Answer : Answer: Option D

The type of ashlar masonry in which stones are finely chisel dressed and thickness of joints does not exceed 3 mm, is (A) Chamfered ashlar masonry (B) Ashlar facing masonry (C) Random coursed ashlar masonry (D) Coursed ashlar masonry

Description : The type of ashlar masonry in which stones are finely chisel dressed and thickness of joints does not exceed 3 mm, is (A) Chamfered ashlar masonry (B) Ashlar facing masonry (C) Random coursed ashlar masonry (D) Coursed ashlar masonry

Last Answer : Answer: Option D

An arch constructed with finely dressed stones, is known (A) Ashlar arch (B) Rubble arch (C) Gauged arch (D) Axed arch

Description : An arch constructed with finely dressed stones, is known (A) Ashlar arch (B) Rubble arch (C) Gauged arch (D) Axed arch

Last Answer : Answer: Option A

Stones used for rubble masonry must be (A) Soft (B) Hard (C) Light (D) Heavy

Description : Stones used for rubble masonry must be (A) Soft (B) Hard (C) Light (D) Heavy

Last Answer : Answer: Option B

In stone masonry, if stones are so placed that their layers are parallel to the direction of load, they (A) Split easily (B) Are affected by moisture (C) Both (A) and (B) (D) None of these

Description : In stone masonry, if stones are so placed that their layers are parallel to the direction of load, they (A) Split easily (B) Are affected by moisture (C) Both (A) and (B) (D) None of these

Last Answer : Answer: Option C

A heavy stone is suitable for (A) Arches (B) Rubble masonry (C) Roads (D) Retaining walls

Description : A heavy stone is suitable for (A) Arches (B) Rubble masonry (C) Roads (D) Retaining walls

Last Answer : Answer: Option D

The stone suitable for rubble masonry should be. (A) Hard (B) Tough (C) Heavy (D) Light

Description : The stone suitable for rubble masonry should be. (A) Hard (B) Tough (C) Heavy (D) Light

Last Answer : Answer: Option A

The type of arch used for high class buildings where appearance is of prime importance, is known as (A) Ashlar arch (B) Rubble arch (C) Gauged brick arch (D) Axed brick a

Description : The type of arch used for high class buildings where appearance is of prime importance, is known as (A) Ashlar arch (B) Rubble arch (C) Gauged brick arch (D) Axed brick arch

Last Answer : Answer: Option A

In stone masonry, stones (stratified rocks) are so placed that the direction of pressure to the plane of bedding is (A) Right angles (B) 45° (C) 60° (D) Paralle

Description : In stone masonry, stones (stratified rocks) are so placed that the direction of pressure to the plane of bedding is (A) Right angles (B) 45° (C) 60° (D) Paralle

Last Answer : Answer: Option A

The pressure acting on the stones in stone masonry construction should be (A) Along the direction of bedding planes (B) At 45° to the direction of bedding planes (C) At 60° to the direction of bedding planes (D) Perpendicular to the direction of bedding planes

Description : The pressure acting on the stones in stone masonry construction should be (A) Along the direction of bedding planes (B) At 45° to the direction of bedding planes (C) At 60° to the direction of bedding planes (D) Perpendicular to the direction of bedding planes

Last Answer : Answer: Option D

Retaining walls are generally constructed with dry rubble stones with 60 cm top width and (A) 1 : 2 front batter (B) 1 : 3 front batter (C) 1 : 4 front batter (D) 1 : 5 front batter

Description : Retaining walls are generally constructed with dry rubble stones with 60 cm top width and (A) 1 : 2 front batter (B) 1 : 3 front batter (C) 1 : 4 front batter (D) 1 : 5 front batter

Last Answer : Answer: Option B

Describe any four forms of ‘Rubble Masonry’ with sketches.

Description : Describe any four forms of ‘Rubble Masonry’ with sketches.

Last Answer : 1) Dry rubble masonry: - In dry rubble masonry, dressed or undressed stones are used without mortar. Bigger pieces of stones are arranged at the bottom and smaller pieces of stones are used at the top. ... should not exceed 13 mm. the stone used in this masonry should be of uniform color.  

Stucco paints are suitable for (A) Stone masonry (B) Brick walls (C) Both (A) and (B) (D) Neither (A) nor (B)

Description : Stucco paints are suitable for (A) Stone masonry (B) Brick walls (C) Both (A) and (B) (D) Neither (A) nor (B)

Last Answer : Answer: Option C

Weep holes are provided in retaining and breast walls (A) To drain off the water from the filling (B) To ventilate the stone masonry (C) To add architectural beauty (D) To increase compaction of the earth retained

Description : Weep holes are provided in retaining and breast walls (A) To drain off the water from the filling (B) To ventilate the stone masonry (C) To add architectural beauty (D) To increase compaction of the earth retained

Last Answer : Answer: Option A

In brick masonry the bond produced by laying alternate headers and stretchers in each course is known as (A) English bond (B) Double Flemish bond (C) Zigzag bond (D) Single Flemish bond

Description : In brick masonry the bond produced by laying alternate headers and stretchers in each course is known as (A) English bond (B) Double Flemish bond (C) Zigzag bond (D) Single Flemish bond

Last Answer : Answer: Option B

Pick up the incorrect statement from the following: (A) In Flemish bond, headers and stretchers are laid alternately in the same course (B) In Flemish bond every header in each course lies centrally over every stretcher of the underlying course (C) In English bond, stretchers are laid in every course (D) In English bond, headers and stretchers are laid in alternate courses

Description : Pick up the incorrect statement from the following: (A) In Flemish bond, headers and stretchers are laid alternately in the same course (B) In Flemish bond every header in each course lies ... laid in every course (D) In English bond, headers and stretchers are laid in alternate courses

Last Answer : Answer: Option C

The water pressure per metre length on a vertical masonry wall of dam is (where w = Specific weight of the liquid, and H = Height of the liquid) (A) wH/2(B) wH (C) wH2 /2 (D) wH2 /4

Description : The water pressure per metre length on a vertical masonry wall of dam is (where w = Specific weight of the liquid, and H = Height of the liquid) (A) wH/2 (B) wH (C) wH2 /2 (D) wH2 /4

Last Answer : Answer: Option C

Pick up the incorrect statement from the following: (A) Tresguet did not provide the top camber for the drainage of surface water (B) Tresguet provided the top camber for the drainage of surface water (C) Telford provided two layers of stones in the central 5.4 m width and one layer was provided on the sides (D) Macadam provided a camber to the formation at the dug-up state, to drain percolated water

Description : Pick up the incorrect statement from the following: (A) Tresguet did not provide the top camber for the drainage of surface water (B) Tresguet provided the top camber for the drainage of surface ... (D) Macadam provided a camber to the formation at the dug-up state, to drain percolated water

Last Answer : Answer: Option A

The statement, regarding the size of stones used at the wearing surface. "The size of a stone used on a road must be in due proportion to the space occupied by a wheel of ordinary dimensions on a smooth level surface. The point of contact will be found to be longitudinal about 2.5 cm and everypiece of stone put into the road which exceeds 2.5 cm in any of its dimension is mischievous" was made by (A) Telford (B) Macadam (C) Tresguet (D) Sully

Description : The statement, regarding the size of stones used at the wearing surface. "The size of a stone used on a road must be in due proportion to the space occupied by a wheel of ordinary dimensions on a smooth ... dimension is mischievous" was made by (A) Telford (B) Macadam (C) Tresguet (D) Sully

Last Answer : Answer: Option B

Assertion A: Large size stones are required in stone revetment in shore protection. Reason R: Resistance of stone to wave force is proportional to its volume and wave force is proportional to the exposed area of the stone. Select your answer based on the coding system given below. (A) Both A and R is true and R is the correct explanation of A (B) Both A and R is true but R is not a correct explanation of A (C) A is true but R is false (D) A is false but R is true

Description : Assertion A: Large size stones are required in stone revetment in shore protection. Reason R: Resistance of stone to wave force is proportional to its volume and wave force is proportional to the exposed area of the stone. ... of A (C) A is true but R is false (D) A is false but R is true

Last Answer : (A) Both A and R is true and R is the correct explanation of A

Pick up the correct statement from the following: (A) Acid test is done to find out the weathering quality of stones (B) Attrition test is done to find out the rate of wear of stones which are used in road construction (C) Crushing test is done to find out the compressive strength of the stone (D) All the above

Description : Pick up the correct statement from the following: (A) Acid test is done to find out the weathering quality of stones (B) Attrition test is done to find out the rate of wear of stones which are used ... (C) Crushing test is done to find out the compressive strength of the stone (D) All the above

Last Answer : Answer: Option D

The preparation of surface of stone to obtain plain edges or to obtain stones of required size and shape is known as (A) Quarrying of stones (B) Blasting of stones (C) Seasoning of stones (D) Dressing of stones

Description : The preparation of surface of stone to obtain plain edges or to obtain stones of required size and shape is known as (A) Quarrying of stones (B) Blasting of stones (C) Seasoning of stones (D) Dressing of stones

Last Answer : Answer: Option D

Smith's test of stones is performed to find out (A) The presence of soluble matter of stone (B) The compressive strength of the stone (C) The hardness of the stone (D) The toughness of the stone

Description : Smith's test of stones is performed to find out (A) The presence of soluble matter of stone (B) The compressive strength of the stone (C) The hardness of the stone (D) The toughness of the stone

Last Answer : Answer: Option A

Pick up the correct statement from the following: (A) In stone arches, the stones are placed with their natural beds radial (B) In cornices, the stones are placed with their natural beds as vertical (C) In stone walls, the stones are placed with their natural beds as horizontal (D) All the above

Description : Pick up the correct statement from the following: (A) In stone arches, the stones are placed with their natural beds radial (B) In cornices, the stones are placed with their natural beds as vertical (C) In stone walls, the stones are placed with their natural beds as horizontal (D) All the above

Last Answer : Answer: Option D

For constructing a terrazzo floor, Pick up the incorrect statement from the following: (A) A base course is prepared as in cement concrete flooring (B) A 32 mm thick layer of cement concrete (1 : 2 : 4) is laid on the base course and the surface is made smooth by trowelling (C) Glass strips are driven into the layer according to the pattern required (D) After final grinding is over, oxalic acid mixed with water is spread over and rubbed hard with soft material

Description : For constructing a terrazzo floor, Pick up the incorrect statement from the following: (A) A base course is prepared as in cement concrete flooring (B) A 32 mm thick layer of cement concrete ... final grinding is over, oxalic acid mixed with water is spread over and rubbed hard with soft material

Last Answer : Answer: Option B

The bond in which headers and stretchers are laid in alternate courses and every stretcher course is started with a three fourth brick bat, is known as (A) English cross bond (B) Dutch bond (C) Monk bond (D) Rat-trap b

Description : The bond in which headers and stretchers are laid in alternate courses and every stretcher course is started with a three fourth brick bat, is known as (A) English cross bond (B) Dutch bond (C) Monk bond (D) Rat-trap bond

Last Answer : : Option B

Differentiate between brick masonry and stone masonry

Description : Differentiate between brick masonry and stone masonry

Last Answer : Sr. no. Brick masonry Stone masonry 1 It is cheaper than stone masonry It is stronger than Brick masonry 2 It is cheaper in places where clay is available It is ... easy to apply any finishing to Brick surface. It is difficult to apply any finishing to stone surface

Describe any eight characteristics of good stone masonry.

Description : Describe any eight characteristics of good stone masonry. 

Last Answer : The requirements of good stone masonry are as follows:- 1. The stones to be used for stone masonry should be hard, tough & durable. 2. The stone should be properly dressed as per the ... constructed perfectly in plumb. 11. The exposed joints of the masonry should be properly pointed by mortar.

Describe the terms facing and hearting in stone masonry.

Description : Describe the terms facing and hearting in stone masonry.

Last Answer : i) Facing – The material which is used in the face of the wall is known as facing. ii) Hearting – The portion of the wall between the facing and backing is known as the hearting.

Compare stone masonry construction with brick masonry construction.

Description : Compare stone masonry construction with brick masonry construction.

Last Answer : STONE MASONRY  BRICK MASONRY 1. Stone masonry is stronger and more durable than brick masonry 1. Brick masonry is less stronger and less durable than stone masonry. 2. ... other hand is considered unsuitable in the construction of piers, docks, dams and other marine structure.

State the precautions to be observed in stone masonry construction.

Description : State the precautions to be observed in stone masonry construction.

Last Answer : Following are the precautions to be observed in stone masonry construction: 1. Stone used in masonry should be well seasoned, hard, tough, uniform in texture. 2. Stones used should be free from ... on the natural bed. 10. The exposed joints of the masonry should be properly pointed by mortar.

Compare brick masonry and stone masonry used in building construction.

Description : Compare brick masonry and stone masonry used in building construction.

Last Answer : Sr. No. Brick Masonry Stone Masonry 1 It is less stronger than stone masonry. It is stronger than brick masonry. 2 It is cheaper in places where clay is available ... is used Double scaffolding is used 12 Plastering is required  Plastering is not required

A stone is thrown up from the foot of tower 50 m high with a velocity of 25 m/sec and at the same time another stone is dropped from the top of tower, the two stones will cross each other after a.3 sec b.5 sec c.4 sec d.4.5 sec e.2 sec

Description : A stone is thrown up from the foot of tower 50 m high with a velocity of 25 m/sec and at the same time another stone is dropped from the top of tower, the two stones will cross each other after a.3 sec b.5 sec c.4 sec d.4.5 sec e.2 sec

Last Answer : e. 2 sec

Two stones of different masses are dropped simultaneously from the top of a building – (1) Smaller stone reaches the ground earlier (2) Larger stone reaches the ground earlier (3) Both the stones reach the ground at the same time (4) Depends on the composition of the stone

Description : Two stones of different masses are dropped simultaneously from the top of a building – (1) Smaller stone reaches the ground earlier (2) Larger stone reaches the ground earlier (3) Both the stones reach the ground at the same time (4) Depends on the composition of the stone

Last Answer : (3) Both the stones reach the ground at the same time Explanation: Both stones at the same Lime. The initial speed is 0 for both stones, and the only acceleration working in that system would be g ... way across the air. The shape of the falling object will decide the force needed to open that way.

A man standing on a edge of a cliff throws a stone vertically upwards with a certain speed. He then throws another stone downwards with the same speed. Find the ratio of the speeds of the two stones when they hit the ground. (1) 1 : 1 (2) 1 : 2 (3) 1 : 4 (4) Cannot be found from the given information.

Description : A man standing on a edge of a cliff throws a stone vertically upwards with a certain speed. He then throws another stone downwards with the same speed. Find the ratio of the speeds of the two stones when they hit the ground ... : 1 (2) 1 : 2 (3) 1 : 4 (4) Cannot be found from the given information.

Last Answer : (1) 1 : 1 Explanation: The stone which is throws upward will have the same velocity of u at the point of its original position when it is falling down. Another stone is thrown downwards with u. So ... will hit the ground with same velocity. So the ratio between the speeds of two stones will be 1:1

A man standing on a edge of a cliff throws a stone vertically upwards with a certain speed. He then throws another stone downwards with the same speed. Find the ratio of the speeds of the two stones when they hit the ground. (1) 1 : 1 (2) 1 : 2 (3) 1 : 4 (4) Cannot be found from the given information.

Description : A man standing on a edge of a cliff throws a stone vertically upwards with a certain speed. He then throws another stone downwards with the same speed. Find the ratio of the speeds of the two stones when they hit the ground ... : 1 (2) 1 : 2 (3) 1 : 4 (4) Cannot be found from the given information.

Last Answer :  1 : 1

Two stones of different masses are dropped simultaneously from the top of a building (1) Smaller stone reaches the ground earlier (2) Larger stone reaches the ground earlier (3) Both the stones reach the ground at the same time (4) Depends on the composition of the stone

Description : Two stones of different masses are dropped simultaneously from the top of a building (1) Smaller stone reaches the ground earlier (2) Larger stone reaches the ground earlier (3) Both the stones reach the ground at the same time (4) Depends on the composition of the stone

Last Answer : Both the stones reach the ground at the same time

A sewer is laid from a manhole to a manhole , 250 m away along a gradient of 1 in 125. If the reduced level of the invert at is 205.75 m and the height of the boning rod is 3 m, the reduced level of the sight rail at , is (A) 208.75 m (B) 202.75 m (C) 206.75 m (D) 211.75 m

Description : A sewer is laid from a manhole to a manhole , 250 m away along a gradient of 1 in 125. If the  reduced level of the invert at is 205.75 m and the height of the boning rod is 3 m, the reduced  level of the sight rail at , is  (A) 208.75 m  (B) 202.75 m  (C) 206.75 m  (D) 211.75 m

Last Answer : (C) 206.75 m 

For different layers of cement concrete floor. Pick up the incorrect statement from the following: (A) The lowest layer consists of consolidated ground (B) A 10 cm thick clean sand is laid on consolidated ground (C) A 10 cm lime concrete (1 : 4 : 8) is laid on clean sand (D) A 10 cm thick cement concrete (1 : 2 : 4) is laid on top layer

Description : For different layers of cement concrete floor. Pick up the incorrect statement from the following: (A) The lowest layer consists of consolidated ground (B) A 10 cm thick clean sand is laid on consolidated ground (C) ... sand (D) A 10 cm thick cement concrete (1 : 2 : 4) is laid on top layer

Last Answer : Option D

Who laid the foundation stone of the National Memorial ?

Description : Who laid the foundation stone of the National Memorial ?

Last Answer : Sheikh Mujibur Rahman laid the foundation stone of the National Memorial.

When was the foundation stone of the National Memorial laid ?

Description : When was the foundation stone of the National Memorial laid ?

Last Answer : The foundation stone of the National Memorial was laid on 16 December 1982.

When was the first foundation stone of the central Shaheed Minar laid ?

Last Answer : The first foundation stone of the central Shaheed Minar was laid on 23 February 1952.

Who laid the foundation stone of the National Memorial ?

Last Answer : The foundation stone of the National Memorial was laid by Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.

Recently foundation stone of a new rail coach factory has been laid at– (1) Amritsar (2) Saharsa (3) Chennai (4) Rae Bareli

Description : Recently foundation stone of a new rail coach factory has been laid at– (1) Amritsar (2) Saharsa (3) Chennai (4) Rae Bareli

Last Answer : (4) Rae Bareli Explanation: The chairperson of the United Progressive Alliance Sonia Gandhi has laid the foundation stone of a new rail Coach factory at Rae Bareli in Uttar Pradesh.

A hundred stones are placed, in a straight line, a yard distant from each other. How many yards must a person walk, who undertakes to pick them up, and place them in a basket stationed one yard from the first stone? -Riddles

Description : A hundred stones are placed, in a straight line, a yard distant from each other. How many yards must a person walk, who undertakes to pick them up, and place them in a basket stationed one yard from the first stone? -Riddles

Last Answer : In solving this question it is clear that to pick up the first stone and put it into the basket, the person must walk two yards, one in going for the stone and another in returning with it; that ... one does not see why we multiply 202 by 50 in getting the answer, we refer him to his arithmetic.

What are the stones made of stone ?

Description : What are the stones made of stone ?

Last Answer : Holy Kaaba Sharif, the meeting place of peace and security declared by Allah. This Kaaba Sharif is the heartbeat of the entire Muslim Ummah. The highest place for emotions and feelings. The house was ... Muslim Ummah the Tawfiq of gaining guidance by observing His might and guidance. Amen. MMS / PR

If there are 20 stones evenly lined up in a circle which stone is directly across from the third stone?

Description : If there are 20 stones evenly lined up in a circle which stone is directly across from the third stone?

Last Answer : It is stone 13.

If there are 20 stones evenly lined up in a circle which stone is directly across from the third stone?

Description : If there are 20 stones evenly lined up in a circle which stone is directly across from the third stone?

Last Answer : It is stone 13.

In the genetic disorder of cystinuria, the patient excretes large quantities of cystine in their urine and its low solubility causes crystalline cystine to precipitate as stones in kidneys. The remedy involves ingesting Na HCO3. Reaction of this treatment is (A) NaHCO2 combines with cystine (B) NaHCO3 raises the pH above the isoelectric point of cystine (C) NaHCO3 prevents stone formation by hydrolysis of cystine to cysteine (D) None of these

Description : In the genetic disorder of cystinuria, the patient excretes large quantities of cystine in their urine and its low solubility causes crystalline cystine to precipitate as stones in kidneys. The remedy ... C) NaHCO3 prevents stone formation by hydrolysis of cystine to cysteine (D) None of these

Last Answer : Answer : C

The most practical method used for resurfacing a ship's service motor commutator is to _____________. A. turn it down in the ship's lathe B. use a grinding rig C. use a hand stone D. burnish it with commutator stones

Description : The most practical method used for resurfacing a ship's service motor commutator is to _____________. A. turn it down in the ship's lathe B. use a grinding rig C. use a hand stone D. burnish it with commutator stones

Last Answer : Answer: B