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The expansion index is also known as ___________

(a) compressibility index

(b) compression index

(c) swelling index

(d) consolidation index

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The question is from Consolidation Process in section One Dimensional Consolidation of Geotechnical Engineering I

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Correct choice is (c) swelling index

For explanation: The expansion index is also known as swelling index and is represented by Cs. The expansion curve is a fairly straight line on semi log plot. The expansion index is a measure of volume increase due to the removal of pressure.

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