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Geological Engineering · Q89

Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 89

Q89

Which rock feature has the most impact on rock slope stability?

A.
Joint orientation
Answer
B.
Grain color
C.
Rock texture
D.
Fossil content

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Joint orientation relative to the slope face is crucial.Unfavorable orientation can lead to planar or wedge failures.