Q. The stabilising force in the case of a gravity dam is
Solution:
- Self weight of a gravity dam is main stabilizing force which counter balances all the external forces acting on it.
- It act as a resisting moment against the overturning moment caused due to the lateral force imparted by water.
- The self weight of a gravity dam is also known as resisting force, stabilising force and internal force.
- Water peessure is the major overturning pressure of a gravity dam.
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