The critical stress σ_c for crack propagation in a brittle material, using the principles of fracture mechanics is

A) $${\left( {\frac{{2E{\gamma _s}}}{{2\pi \alpha }}} \right)^{\frac{1}{2}}}$$ B) $${\left( {\frac{{3E{\gamma _s}}}{{2\pi \alpha }}} \right)^{\frac{1}{2}}}$$ C) $${\left( {\frac{{2E{\gamma _s}}}{{\pi \alpha }}} \right)^{\frac{1}{2}}}$$ D) $${\left( {\frac{{3E{\gamma _s}}}{{\pi \alpha }}} \right)^{\frac{1}{2}}}$$

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Correct Answer: Option C

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