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The Strength of Rocks Is Influenced by Many Inherent Factors

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The strength of rocks is influenced by many inherent factors like: mineralogy, texture, grain size, porosity, fluid content, thickness, pre-existing fractures etc., but what are the three main external variables that influence whether or how rocks deform?


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Teamwork

The collaborative effort of a group to achieve a common goal or to complete a task in the most effective and efficient way.

Scientific Management

A theory of management focusing on improving economic efficiency, especially labor productivity, through the application of scientific methods to jobs and workers.

Job Enrichment

A motivational strategy that involves increasing the variety and responsibility in a job role to enhance job satisfaction and performance.

Job Characteristics Theory

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