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Geological Engineering · Q59

Soil Mechanics

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 59

Q59

Which instrument is used to determine the liquid limit of soil?

A.
Hydrometer
B.
Casagrande apparatus
Answer
C.
Triaxial cell
D.
Compaction mold

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
The Casagrande apparatus is used to determine the liquid limit of soils through repeated blows in a standard cup until closure.