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Geological Engineering · Q150

Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 150

Q150

Which parameter describes the ability of rock to absorb energy before failure?

A.
Toughness
Answer
B.
Hardness
C.
Porosity
D.
Density

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Toughness is the capacity of rock to absorb energy and deform plastically before fracturing.