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The relative density of loose granular soil is given by the range ______ in percentage.

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The relative density of loose granular soil is given by the range ______ in percentage.

(a) 0-15

(b) 15-35

(c) 35-65

(d) 85-100

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My doubt is from Density Index and Relative Compaction in portion Preliminary Definitions and Relationships of Geotechnical Engineering I

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Right option is (b) 15-35

To elaborate: The following table gives the characteristics of density of granular soil on the basis of relative density.

Relative Density (%)

Density Description

0-15

Very loose

15-35

 Loose

35-65

 Medium

65-85

 Dense

85-100

Very Dense

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