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Geological Engineering · Q94

Site Investigation and Geotechnical Exploration

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 94

Q94

In-situ tests are primarily conducted to:

A.
Check chemical properties
B.
Minimize drilling cost
C.
Reduce laboratory workload
D.
Obtain properties of soils in their natural state
Answer

Answer: Option D

Solution

Answer: Option D
Solution:
In-situ tests like SPT, CPT, and VST provide real-time soil behavior data in its undisturbed condition, unlike lab tests.