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Geological Engineering · Q85

Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 85

Q85

The main purpose of joint mapping in rock masses is to:

A.
Determine moisture content
B.
Measure UCS
C.
Assess joint orientation and spacing
Answer
D.
Identify mineral composition

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Joint mapping is done to understand the orientation, persistence, spacing, and roughness of joints, critical for stability analysis.