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Geological Engineering · Q43

Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 43

Q43

Which test determines deformability of rock mass in situ?

A.
UCS test
B.
Plate load test
Answer
C.
Permeability test
D.
Brazilian test

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
The Plate Load Test measures the in-situ deformability and bearing capacity of rock by applying load on a rigid plate.