What does the term "consistency index" describe in soil mechanics?
A. Degree of compaction
B. Ratio of shear strength to moisture
C. Relative consistency of soil
D. Ratio of shrinkage to plasticity
Answer: Option C
Solution (By Examveda Team)
Consistency index = (Liquid limit - Natural water content) / Plasticity index. It describes the soil's firmness at its current water content.This Question Belongs to Geological Engineering >> Soil Mechanics
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