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Download Solution PDFWhich one of the following alignments is obtained by development accompanied by tunneling?
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The alignment obtained by development accompanied by tunneling is typically the "Mountain alignment."
Mountain alignment:
- When a railway or road needs to traverse through mountainous or hilly terrain, tunnels are often constructed to create a mountain alignment.
- This alignment involves tunneling through the mountains to maintain a relatively straight and efficient path.
Additional InformationValley alignment:
- This alignment follows the natural contours of valleys and does not usually involve tunneling.
Cross country alignment:
- This alignment involves going straight across relatively flat or gently rolling terrain without following specific natural features.
- It also doesn't typically require tunneling.
Zig-zag alignment:
- Zig-zag alignment is used in mountainous regions as well, but it involves a series of switchbacks or sharp turns to gain elevation gradually while reducing the steepness of the ascent.
- Tunneling may still be required, but the primary feature of zig-zag alignment is the use of switchbacks rather than a direct tunnel.
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