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Geological Engineering · Q107

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Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 107

Q107

Which soil characteristic is most relevant in evaluating flood risk?

A.
Plastic limit
B.
Moisture content
C.
Permeability
Answer
D.
Particle shape

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Permeability affects how quickly water infiltrates or accumulates.Low permeability increases surface runoff and flood potential.