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Geological Engineering · Q6

Soil Mechanics

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 6

Q6

What is the term for water held tightly around soil particles?

A.
Capillary water
B.
Hygroscopic water
Answer
C.
Gravitational water
D.
Pore water

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Hygroscopic water forms a thin layer around soil particles due to adhesion forces.It is unavailable to plants and cannot be removed by drying at room temperature.