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Dry density of soil is increased by _________

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asked Feb 8, 2022 in Geotechnical Engineering I by Sophia (102k points)

Dry density of soil is increased by _________

(a) compaction

(b) swelling

(c) bulking

(d) addition of excess of water

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answered Feb 9, 2022 by Oliver (727k points)
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The correct option is (a) compaction

The explanation: Compaction is a process by which the soil particles are artificially rearranged into a closer state which reduces the voids ratio and hence there is decrease in the porosity. Due to this, the dry density of the soil sample is increased.

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