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Geological Engineering · Q41

Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 41

Q41

The primary cause of failure in a rock tunnel roof is:

A.
Earth pressure
B.
Bending tension
C.
Jointing and lack of support
Answer
D.
Gravity

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Rock tunnel roofs typically fail due to jointed rock masses and insufficient support, leading to blocks falling or sliding.