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Geological Engineering · Q9

Geophysical Methods in Engineering

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 9

Q9

Which of the following is a limitation of GPR?

A.
Cannot detect metals
B.
Ineffective in clay-rich soils
Answer
C.
Requires explosives
D.
Can only be used offshore

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
GPR is less effective in clayey soils because clay absorbs and scatters radar signals due to its high conductivity.