Civil Engineering MCQAE Level Civil Engineering
Which of the following statements about state of compactness of sand is technically sound?
Soil MechanicsRelative DensityHARD
Choose the correct answer
A
relative density is the water content of clay
B
relative density is always 100 percent
C
relative density compares in-situ void ratio with loosest and densest states
D
relative density applies only to saturated clay
Correct Answer
C. relative density compares in-situ void ratio with loosest and densest states
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Relative density expresses sand compactness. Correct option: C.
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