In reinforced concrete columns under compression, which mechanism causes spalling of the concrete?

💡 Explanation

Spalling occurs due to insufficient lateral support; the **Poisson effect** causes lateral expansion under axial compression, and without adequate rebar ties, local tensile stresses exceed the bounds—therefore, concrete cracks and separates, rather than remaining integrated with the reinforcing steel, because compressive stress is too high.

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