Ask a Question

In Terzaghi’s Theory of one dimensional consolidation, deformation of soil is entirely due to _________________

← Prev Question Next Question →
+1 vote
in Geotechnical Engineering I by (102k points)
In Terzaghi’s Theory of one dimensional consolidation, deformation of soil is entirely due to _________________

(a) volume change

(b) permeability of soil

(c) seepage of fluids

(d) viscosity of fluids

I had been asked this question by my college professor while I was bunking the class.

Question is from Terzaghi’s Theory of One Dimensional Consolidation in portion One Dimensional Consolidation of Geotechnical Engineering I

1 Answer

+1 vote
by (727k points)
selected by
 
Best answer
Right option is (a) volume change

Explanation: In Terzaghi’s Theory of one dimensional consolidation, deformation of the soil is entirely due to change in volume. The change in volume can occur due to the decrease in the voids ratio or the effective height of the solids.

Related questions

We welcome you to Carrieradda QnA with open heart. Our small community of enthusiastic learners are very helpful and supportive. Here on this platform you can ask questions and receive answers from other members of the community. We also monitor posted questions and answers periodically to maintain the quality and integrity of the platform. Hope you will join our beautiful community

Categories

Powered by TalkJarvis
...