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Geological Engineering · Q43

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Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 43

Q43

Which boring method is NOT ideal for saturated loose sands?

A.
Wash boring
B.
Auger boring
Answer
C.
Rotary drilling
D.
Percussion drilling

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Auger boring may cause disturbance or collapse in loose saturated sands due to lack of support from drilling fluids.