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Geological Engineering · Q23

Soil Mechanics

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 23

Q23

What happens to soil permeability as compaction increases?

A.
Increases
B.
Remains same
C.
Decreases
Answer
D.
Fluctuates

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Compaction reduces void spaces, thereby decreasing permeability and slowing water flow through soil.