How does elastic deformation of rocks differ from brittle or plastic deformation?
A) It only happens to rocks that can bounce .
B) It is reversible or recoverable and when the stress is removed, the rocks snap back to their original shape or position.
C) It can only occur once and never happens in cycles.
D) It only occurs are very fast or high strain rates.

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Elastic deformation is reversible, meaning that the rock returns to its original shape or position once the applied stress is removed. This contrasts with brittle deformation, where the rock breaks, and plastic deformation, where the rock permanently deforms.

How Does Elastic Deformation of Rocks Differ from Brittle or Plastic