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This question belongs to Geological Engineering Soil Mechanics

Soil Mechanics

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A soil sample has a porosity of 40%. What does this mean?

A) 40% of its weight is water B) 40% of volume is voids C) 40% is composed of clay D) 40% of air has escaped

Answer & Solution

Correct Answer: Option B

Porosity is the ratio of void volume to total volume.A porosity of 40% means 40% of the soil's volume is voids (air + water).

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