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Geological Engineering · Q31

Engineering Properties of Rocks and Soils

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 31

Q31

What does a high specific gravity of soil indicate?

A.
High permeability
B.
High organic content
C.
High density of particles
D.
Low compaction
E.
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Solution

Answer: Option
Solution:
Specific gravity is the ratio of particle density to water density.Higher values suggest mineral-rich, dense soil with good engineering strength.