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What does disturbed soil sample mean?

A. Sample with natural structure preserved

B. Sample contaminated by water

C. Sample without water

D. Sample where natural structure is not preserved

Answer: Option D

Solution (By Examveda Team)

A disturbed sample has lost its original fabric or structure during collection.It is suitable for index tests but not strength or compressibility tests.

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