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Geological Engineering · Q26

Engineering Properties of Rocks and Soils

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 26

Q26

Which factor directly influences the cohesion in clayey soils?

A.
Particle size
B.
Organic matter
C.
Moisture content
D.
Electrochemical forces
E.
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Solution

Answer: Option
Solution:
Electrochemical forces between clay particles lead to cohesion.These forces arise from surface charges and water films between particles.