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The parameter φ in coulomb’s equation “S = c + σ tan φ”, represents ___________

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The parameter φ in coulomb’s equation “S = c + σ tan φ”, represents ___________

(a) Shearing resistance and Angle of internal friction

(b) Angle of slope

(c) None of the mentioned

(d) All of the mentioned

I had been asked this question in exam.

My question is based upon Mohr topic in chapter Shear Strength of Geotechnical Engineering I

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The correct option is (a) Shearing resistance and Angle of internal friction

Explanation: The empirical constant φ in coulomb’s equation represents angle of internal friction or shearing resistance respectively.

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