Question

As stress on rock increases, the energy stored in it ___. A.) Decreases B.) melts C.) Increases D.) Disappears

Answer 1

I think it decreases

Answer 2

ANSWER:

• As the stress on rock increases, the energy stored inside of it increases.

• How a rock reacts to the stress depends on the type of rock, its pressure, condition, surrounding temperature, and the type of stress the rock is facing. Overall, energy is released as stress on the rock increases.

EXPLANATION:

• Rocks can deform, crack, fracture, or compress when there is too much stress upon it.

• Deep under the surface of the Earth, huge rocks and plates release energy under extreme stress. That released energy is known as an earthquake.