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  1. The following figure gives Mohr envelope for a rock and Mohr circle in a particular stress condition. Fracturing occurs when the Mohr circle touches the Mohr envelope at B.

    What type of fractures will develop in the rock?
    2. A.
    Extension fractures
    B.
    Conjugate shear fractures
    C.
    Columnar fractures
    D.
    Hybrid extension-shear fractures

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    Answer : Option D

    Explanation :

    -NA-

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