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Geological Engineering · Q4

Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 4

Q4

What does the term �anisotropy� in rock mechanics refer to?

A.
Isolated fractures
B.
Uniform grain structure
C.
Direction-dependent properties
Answer
D.
Complete randomness

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Anisotropy means that the physical or mechanical properties of rock vary with direction.This affects strength and deformation behavior.