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In Terzaghi’s Theory of one dimensional consolidation, soil is considered to be __________

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In Terzaghi’s Theory of one dimensional consolidation, soil is considered to be __________

(a) homogenous

(b) non-homogenous

(c) anisotropic

(d) heterogeneous

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This intriguing question originated from Terzaghi’s Theory of One Dimensional Consolidation topic in section One Dimensional Consolidation of Geotechnical Engineering I

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Correct option is (a) homogenous

Best explanation: Soils, by nature, are non-homogeneous media, and anisotropic in general. This means that their properties vary within relatively short distances in the vertical and horizontal directions. For the simplicity in solving the equations the soil is considered to be homogenous.

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