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Geological Engineering · Q58

Soil Mechanics

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 58

Q58

Which factor affects soil permeability the most?

A.
Soil structure
B.
Clay content
C.
Particle size distribution
Answer
D.
Organic matter

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Particle size distribution greatly affects permeability: coarse soils (e.g., sand) allow water to pass quickly, fine soils (e.g., clay) restrict it.