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kaid0807

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Strained geologic materials lose their original configuration during deformation.
 
  Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

Question 2

Explain the role that confining pressure has on rock strength and how the rock deforms under pressure.
 
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BUTTHOL369

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: TRUE

Answer to Question 2

Answer: Confining pressure exerts equal pressure in all directions. As a result, the rocks are tightly compressed, which makes them stronger. When such rocks are subjected to stress, they will be more likely to bend rather than break.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
:D TYSM

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Wow, this really help

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