Geological Engineering · Q78

Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 78

Q78

A high UCS value indicates:

A.

Weak rock

B.

High tensile strength

C.

Strong rock

Answer

D.

High permeability

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C

Solution:

UCS (Uniaxial Compressive Strength) is a key indicator of rock strength.High UCS means the rock can withstand large axial loads.

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