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Geological Engineering · Q71

Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 71

Q71

What is the meaning of anisotropic stress in rock mechanics?

A.
Uniform stress in all directions
B.
Unequal stress in different directions
Answer
C.
Only vertical stress exists
D.
Only horizontal stress exists

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Anisotropic stress refers to unequal magnitudes of stress acting in different directions, which is common in natural rock environments and affects excavation stability.