The below mentioned terminologies are used to express different forms of cut bricks used in brick masonry construction. 1.  CLOSER ...

Shows a sectional view of a typical Vernier theodolite and plate 16.1 shows photograph of such theodolite. Main parts of such a t...

1. Hinge 2. Screw 3. Tower Bolt 4. Bow Handel 5.Door Chain  6. Eye Pieces  7. Door Closer ...

ELEMENTS OF A BUILDING The following are the basic elements of a building: 1. Foundation 2. Plinth 3. Walls and columns 4. Si...

As stated in the definition, object of surveying is to show relative positions of various objects of an area on paper and produce...

Determination of Aggregate Impact Value – Impact Test on Aggregates is done to carry out to: Determine the impact value of the ro...

( i ) Chemical properties: Portland cement consists of the following chemical compounds: (a)  Tricalcium  silicate 3 CaO.SiO2...

The term  ferro -cement implies the combination of ferrous product with cement. Generally this combination is in the form of st...

41. A first class brick when immersed in cold water for 24 hours should not absorb water more than a) 15% b) 20% c) 22% d) 25% Ans:...

1. Gypsum is a a) mechanically formed sedimentary rock b) igneous rock c) chemically precipitated sedimentary rock d) metamorphic...