SI. No.

F-DTN-M-HFMB

GEOLOGY
Paper H

Time Allowed : Three Hours' Maximum Marks : 300

INSTRUCTIONS
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be stated clearly on the cover of the answer-book in
the space provided for the purpose. No marks will be
given for the answers written in a medium other than
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Candidates should attempt Question Nos. 1 and 5
which are compulsory, and any three of the remain-
ing questions selecting at least one question from
each Section.
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end of the question.
Candidates should draw diagrams, wherever neces-
sary.
Important : Whenever a Question is being
attempted, all its parts/sub-parts must be attempted
contiguously. This means that before moving on to
the next Question to be attempted, candidates must
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struck out in ink. Any answers that follow pages left
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 Section 'A'

1. Write on the following with diagrams as necessary :

12x5=60

(a) Acute bisectrix interference figure of a biaxial

crystal.

(b) Principle of X-ray diffraction study of a

crystalline mineral.

(c) Distinguish andesite from dolerite by studies

in thin sections.

(d) How the direction of flow of the sediment-

carrying fluid is determined in a rock ?

(e) Write on zones of metamorphism with special

reference to an area in India.

2. (a) Discuss basis of classification of silicate

structures of minerals. 20

(b) Describe with a diagram the approximate

limits of solid solution in the felspar group of
minerals. 20

(c) Write on the principle of stereographic

projection of crystals. Draw a sketch of the
stereogram of a tetragonal crystal. 15+5=20

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F-DTN-M-HFMB 3 (Contd.)
3. (a) Show how you determine the pleochroic
scheme of a biaxial mineral. 20
(b) Write notes on the following with diagrams.
10x4=40
(i) Dispersion of axial angle in brookite
(TiO2)
(ii) Powder X-ray diffraction method
(iii) Granulose structure and its origin
(iv) Trachytic and graphic texture

4. (a) Write a note on the cosmic abundance of

elements and their significance. 20
(b) Draw the diagram of Mg2SiO4 — Fe2SiO4 —
Si02 and write its implication in the crystal-
lization of basic magma. 20
(c) Write on the metamorphism of argillaceous
rocks. 20

Section 'B'
5. (a) Write on the geology and origin of stratiform
and alpine-type chromite deposits in the world.
(b) Enumerate the main factors of accretion of
Mn-nodules on the ocean floor and their future
mining possibilities.
(c) Write on geophysical methods of exploration
of oil deposits.
(d) Comment on application of air-borne survey in
mineral exploration.
(e) Describe effects of long term application of
nitrate fertilizers on ground water regime.
12x5=60

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F-DTN-M-HFMB 5 (Contd.)
6. (a) Write on the genesis and occurrences of the
following mineral deposits in India : 10x3=30
(i) Sillimanite
(ii) Baryte
(iii) Mn-ores
(b) Write short notes on : 10x3=30
(i) Chondrite and tektite
(ii) Duty and responsibility of sample
collector in mineral prospection
(iii) Mercury pollution

7. Write notes on the following with sketches as

necessary :
(a) Name and discuss on Antarctic meteorites
originating from the Moon. 20
(b) (i) Kamacite and octahedrite. 10
(ii) Meteorite crater in India and its age. 10
(c) Anorthosite provinces of India and their
origin. 20
8. (a) Name the minerals used as refractories in
Industries and cite their respective occurrences
in India. 20
(b) Write on the sea-level changes through the
geological history, and the associated environ-
ment and life, as known from fossil and
sedimentary records. 20
(c) Explain marine pollution in India. Comment
on the analytical techniques that are widely
used for determining toxic elements in water.
20

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