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Geological Engineering · Q6

Engineering Properties of Rocks and Soils

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 6

Q6

Which term defines the water-retention ability of soil against gravity?

A.
Capillarity
B.
Cohesion
C.
Plasticity
D.
Saturation
E.
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Solution

Answer: Option
Solution:
Capillarity refers to the ability of soil to hold water against gravity through surface tension and pore structure.It's crucial for plant growth and shallow foundations.