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What parameter is used to classify soil in the Unified Soil Classification System (USCS)?

A. Porosity

B. Grain size and plasticity

C. Dry density

D. Organic content

Answer: Option B

Solution (By Examveda Team)

The USCS uses grain size distribution and plasticity characteristics (via Atterberg limits) to classify soil as clay, silt, sand, etc.

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