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Geological Engineering · Q81

Geophysical Methods in Engineering

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 81

Q81

The seismic velocity of a rock is primarily controlled by:

A.
Temperature
B.
Density and elasticity
Answer
C.
Resistivity
D.
Permeability

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Seismic velocity depends on the density and elastic moduli (Young�s and bulk modulus) of the material.