Civil Engineering MCQAE Level Civil Engineering
When lime is added to a soil, it
Soil MechanicsSoil MechanicsMEDIUM
Choose the correct answer
A
increases grain size due to electrolyte and chemical action
B
lowers plastic limit and increases liquid limit
C
renders soil brittle
D
reduces binding action
Correct Answer
A. increases grain size due to electrolyte and chemical action
Why is this the answer?
Lime causes flocculation/agglomeration by ion exchange, effectively increasing particle size
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