Asked by Melissa Gonzalez on Jul 05, 2024

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Which of the following are forms of differential stress?

A) compression
B) shear
C) tension
D) all of these are forms of differential stress

Differential Stress

A condition with unequal stresses from different directions.

Compression

The type of differential stress that occurs when forces push in on a rock.

Shear

The type of differential stress that occurs when stresses on the edge of a mass are applied in opposite directions.

  • Understand the concept of differential stress and its forms.
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Breanna PursellJul 07, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Differential stress includes compression, shear, and tension, all of which deform rocks in different ways depending on the direction and magnitude of the stress applied.