Mnemonics, Properties, Rock_Embedment_Strength


CodeRock_Embedment_Strength
NameEmbedment Strength
Parents Property > Pressure > Strength
DescriptionForce required to push a 1/8 inch diameter sphere 1/16 in into the rock. (Lab test). Value ranges from 5 to 20 kpsi for chalk, 40 to 100 kpsi for sandstones, 50 to 200 for Dolomites.



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