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Which property of rock is most important for tunnel engineering

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Which property of rock is most important for tunnel engineering?

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Correct Answer: Option B
Fracture pattern and joint spacing determine the stability of rock masses around a tunnel. These factors affect how much support is needed. Correct Answer: Fracture pattern and joint spacing.
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