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Geological Engineering · Q46

Soil Mechanics

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 46

Q46

What is the specific gravity of most inorganic soils?

A.
1.5-1.8
B.
2.0-2.3
C.
2.6-2.8
Answer
D.
3.0-3.5

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Specific gravity refers to the ratio of the density of soil solids to the density of water.For most inorganic soils, it ranges from 2.6 to 2.8, indicating mineral composition.