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Geological Engineering · Q7

Soil Mechanics

Engineering and GATE · Geological Engineering · question 7

Q7

Which type of soil shows high plasticity?

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

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Clay particles are very small and have high surface area.They retain water and demonstrate significant plastic behavior when wet.