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Geological Engineering · Q84

Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 84

Q84

What is the general behavior of metamorphic rocks under load?

A.
Brittle only
B.
Elastic-plastic
Answer
C.
Highly plastic
D.
Fail at low loads

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Metamorphic rocks often show elastic-plastic behavior, especially under high confining pressure, allowing limited deformation before failure.