What is the main assumption in Terzaghi's theory of consolidation?
A. Soil is permeable in all directions
B. Water is compressible
C. Soil particles are compressible
D. Flow is one-dimensional
Answer: Option D
Solution (By Examveda Team)
Terzaghi's theory assumes one-dimensional flow of water through the soil.It simplifies the analysis of consolidation settlement.This Question Belongs to Geological Engineering >> Soil Mechanics
What does the term "soil compaction" refer to in soil mechanics?
A. Increasing water content
B. Decreasing porosity by mechanical means
C. Increasing organic content
D. Increasing permeability
The Atterberg limits are used to describe:
A. Strength of rocks
B. Soil permeability
C. Consistency of fine-grained soils
D. Bearing capacity of soil
The effective stress principle in soil mechanics was proposed by:
A. Boussinesq
B. Terzaghi
C. Darcy
D. Casagrande
Which soil property primarily influences the rate of consolidation?
A. Shear strength
B. Permeability
C. Dry density
D. Specific gravity
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