If a rock experiences stress that is added very slowly and at high pressure, what end result will occur?
A) brittle fracture
B) plastic deformation
C) confining stress
D) confining pressure

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When a rock experiences stress that is added very slowly and at high pressure, it will undergo plastic deformation. This means that the rock will change shape without fracturing.

If a Rock Experiences Stress That Is Added Very Slowly