5 Questions
Which branch of mechanics is concerned with the response of rock and rock masses to the force fields of their physical environment?
Rock mechanics
What is the application of engineering and geological principles to the behavior of the ground and ground water called?
Geomechanics
Which field of engineering applies the sciences of soil mechanics and rock mechanics to civil engineering construction?
Geotechnical engineering
What are some engineering applications of rock mechanics?
Building foundations
What does geotechnical engineering also involve?
Environmental preservation and enhancement
Test your knowledge of rock mechanics with this quiz! Learn about the theoretical and applied science of the mechanical behavior of rock and rock masses, as well as the application of engineering and geological principles in geomechanics.
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