Which outcome results when a concrete bridge column experiences cyclic loading beyond its fatigue endurance limit?

💡 Explanation

Progressive microcrack propagation occurs because cyclic stress causes fatigue leading to increasing stress intensity at crack tips. Therefore, microcracks gradually grow through the column material, weakening it, rather than suddenly fracturing the steel or increasing material strength.

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