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Geological Engineering · Q59

Engineering Geology for Construction

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 59

Q59

Which property of soil is critical for assessing liquefaction potential?

A.
Plasticity index
B.
Grain size
C.
Permeability
D.
Density
Answer

Answer: Option D

Solution

Answer: Option D
Solution:
Density (especially relative density in sands) affects how likely soil is to lose strength and stiffness during seismic shaking, leading to liquefaction.