As the Joint Spacing Decreases, ____

question 9

Multiple Choice

As the joint spacing decreases, ____.

• A) the shear strength decreases
• B) the surface tension decreases the tensile strength of the joint
• C) the shear strength increases
• D) the surface tension increases the tensile strength of the joint

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Definitions:

Coronary Heart Disease

A condition characterized by reduced blood flow to the heart muscle due to the buildup of plaque in the coronary arteries.

Myocardium

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Hypertension

A chronic medical condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries is persistently elevated, leading to increased risk of heart, brain, kidney, and other diseases.

Coronary Arteries

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