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Geological Engineering · Q39

Soil Mechanics

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 39

Q39

Which soil has the lowest permeability?

A.
Sand
B.
Clay
Answer
C.
Gravel
D.
Silt

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Clay has extremely small pore sizes, making its permeability the lowest among common soil types.