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Geological Engineering · Q16

Soil Mechanics

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 16

Q16

What is the range of specific gravity for most soil solids?

A.
2.6-2.8
Answer
B.
1.0-1.2
C.
3.5-4.5
D.
0.9-1.1

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Specific gravity of soil solids typically ranges from 2.6 to 2.8, depending on the mineral composition.It is the ratio of the density of soil solids to the density of water.