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Which index property defines the range of water content over which soil is plastic?

A. Liquid limit

B. Shrinkage limit

C. Plasticity index

D. Consistency index

Answer: Option C

Plasticity index = Liquid limit - Plastic limit.It shows the range in which soil can deform plastically without cracking.

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