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Geological Engineering · Q46

Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 46

Q46

Which of the following rock types is most susceptible to weathering?

A.
Basalt
B.
Granite
C.
Shale
Answer
D.
Quartzite

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Shale is composed of fine particles and has a laminated structure, making it highly susceptible to weathering under moisture and freeze-thaw cycles.This leads to rapid degradation in exposed conditions.