Q59
What is the term for stress that remains in rock after removal of external load?
A.
Dynamic stress
B.
Tensile stress
C.
Residual stress
AnswerD.
Principal stress
Answer: Option C
Solution
Answer: Option C
Solution:
Residual stress is the internal stress that remains in a material (or rock) even after unloading. It can affect future behavior of slopes or tunnels.