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Geological Engineering · Q55

Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 55

Q55

The purpose of rock bolt installation is to:

A.
Increase excavation size
B.
Prevent chemical reaction
C.
Stabilize rock mass
Answer
D.
Allow more water flow

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Rock bolts are reinforcement elements used to anchor unstable rock blocks and improve mass stability in tunnels and slopes.