Geological Engineering · Q58

Geophysical Methods in Engineering

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 58

Q58

Resistivity decreases with:

A.

Increased porosity

B.

Increased clay content

Answer

C.

Lower temperature

D.

Reduced moisture

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B

Solution:

Clay content increases conductivity due to the presence of charged particles and water, reducing resistivity.

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