What is the meaning of anisotropic stress in rock mechanics?
A. Uniform stress in all directions
B. Unequal stress in different directions
C. Only vertical stress exists
D. Only horizontal stress exists
Answer: Option B
Solution (By Examveda Team)
Anisotropic stress refers to unequal magnitudes of stress acting in different directions, which is common in natural rock environments and affects excavation stability.This Question Belongs to Geological Engineering >> Rock Mechanics And Rock Engineering
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