GEOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Solid brick and concrete for example, are not good materials to use when trying to make an earthquake resistant building due to their low ductility.

Detailed explanation-2: -Wood and steel have more give than stucco, unreinforced concrete, or masonry, and they are favored materials for building in fault zones. Skyscrapers everywhere must be reinforced to withstand strong forces from high winds, but in quake zones, there are additional considerations.

Detailed explanation-3: -Answer: The correct option for this question is (b) RCC framed structure.

Detailed explanation-4: -Which of the following need not be avoided for construction of quake resistant buildings? Explanation: As far as possible, uniform height should be given to the structure. The rest of the options have to be avoided as much as possible, as they are risky for the construction of quake resistant buildings.

Detailed explanation-5: -Definition. Earthquake resistant design consists of an evaluation of the earthquake excitation and the structure response to this excitation at a particular site in order to provide a structural system that will not collapse, that may prevent loss of life and will limit economic loss during an earthquake.