Which term defines the water-retention ability of soil against gravity?
A. Capillarity
B. Cohesion
C. Plasticity
D. Saturation
E. 1
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Capillarity refers to the ability of soil to hold water against gravity through surface tension and pore structure.It's crucial for plant growth and shallow foundations.This Question Belongs to Geological Engineering >> Engineering Properties Of Rocks And Soils
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