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GATE CE 2024 Set 1
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+1
-0.33

Consider the statements P and Q.

P: Soil particles formed by mechanical weathering, and close to their origin are generally subrounded.

Q: Activity of the clay physically signifies its swell potential.

Which one of the following options is CORRECT?

A

Both P and Q are TRUE

B

P is TRUE and Q is FALSE

C

Both P and Q are FALSE

D

P is FALSE and Q is TRUE

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GATE CE 2023 Set 1
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+1
-0.33
The specific gravity of a soil is 2.60. The soil is at 50% degree of saturation with a water content of 15%. The void ratio of the soil is _______.
A
0.35
B
0.78
C
0.87
D
1.28
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GATE CE 2022 Set 1
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+1
-0.33

The correct match between the physical states of the soils given in Group-I and the governing conditions given in Group-II is

Group-I Group-II
1. normally consolidated soil. P. sensitivity > 16
2. quick clay Q. dilation angle = 0
3. sand in critical state. R. liquid limit > 50
4. clay of high plasticity. S. over consolidation ratio = 1
A
1-S, 2-P, 3-Q, 4-R
B
1-Q, 2-S, 3-P, 4-R
C
1-Q, 2-P, 3-R, 4-S
D
1-S, 2-Q, 3-P, 4-R
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GATE CE 1995
MCQ (Single Correct Answer)
+1
-0.3
Aeolian Soils are
A
Residual Soils
B
Wind deposits
C
Gravity desposits
D
Water deposits
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