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Geological Engineering · Q72

Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 72

Q72

Which of the following causes time-dependent deformation in rocks?

A.
UCS
B.
Elasticity
C.
Creep
Answer
D.
Brittleness

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Creep is the time-dependent deformation of materials under constant stress. In rocks, it occurs under high pressure or temperature over long durations.