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Geological Engineering · Q77

Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 77

Q77

In rock mechanics, dilation angle refers to:

A.
Rate of water seepage
B.
Angle of internal friction
C.
Volume expansion during shear
Answer
D.
Bedding inclination

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
The dilation angle is the angle that represents volumetric expansion of rock during shearing.It�s important in stability and tunnel design.