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Geological Engineering · Q56

Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 56

Q56

When is the Mohr circle tangent to the failure envelope?

A.
At equilibrium
B.
At failure
Answer
C.
During consolidation
D.
At rest

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
The Mohr circle touches the failure envelope at the point of failure, indicating the rock has reached its ultimate shear strength.