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Geological Engineering · Q72

Engineering Geology for Construction

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 72

Q72

The excavation of a site in saturated clay soil requires special attention due to:

A.
Rapid drying
B.
Sudden collapse
Answer
C.
High permeability
D.
Color change

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Saturated clays may undergo loss of strength and stability during excavation, causing sudden collapse or flow-type failures.