TERRA - Intro to Remote Rock Mass Characterization
Glossary
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Here you will find the glossary for terms used in rock mass engineering and characterization.
You can check out the Finnish Terminology Center here and a glossary of words about rock engineering from International Society for Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering Glossary.
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| HJ | Aperture of fracture | ||
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Aperture is the thickness of a fracture and it dictates how open or close the fracture is. It's an important parameter as it determines the amount and transport of fluid flow through a fracture. | |||