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Geological Engineering · Q63

Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 63

Q63

Which method is commonly used to test tensile strength of rocks?

A.
Slake durability test
B.
Brazilian test
Answer
C.
Point load test
D.
Schmidt hammer test

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
The Brazilian test is an indirect method where a disc-shaped rock sample is loaded diametrically to induce tensile failure. It is widely used for estimating tensile strength of rock.