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Geological Engineering · Q96

Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 96

Q96

The term "caving" in underground excavation refers to:

A.
Controlled collapse of rock
Answer
B.
Formation of cracks
C.
Water seepage
D.
Rock swelling

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Caving is the intentional or natural collapse of rock in underground excavations used to manage unstable zones.