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Q66

Which type of rock was primarily encountered during tunneling in the Brenner Base Tunnel?

A.
Granite
B.
Schist
C.
Flysch (interbedded shales and sandstones)
Answer
D.
Limestone

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
The Brenner Base Tunnel traverses Flysch formations, a mix of soft and hard sedimentary rocks, requiring adaptive TBM strategies and support systems.