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Geological Engineering · Q1

Soil Mechanics

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 1

Q1

What does the term "soil compaction" refer to in soil mechanics?

A.
Increasing water content
B.
Decreasing porosity by mechanical means
Answer
C.
Increasing organic content
D.
Increasing permeability

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Soil compaction is the process of reducing air voids in soil by mechanical means such as rolling or tamping.This increases soil strength and stability.It is essential in construction to ensure foundation reliability.