Shear Strength of Soil Quiz
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What property of the soil is measured by shear strength?

  • Moisture content
  • Porosity
  • Density
  • Cohesion (correct)
  • Which factor does NOT significantly affect the shear strength of soil?

  • Temperature (correct)
  • Mineral composition
  • Saturation
  • Grain size
  • What does high shear strength indicate about the soil?

  • High stability (correct)
  • High permeability
  • Weak compaction
  • Low stability
  • Which type of soil is likely to have higher shear strength?

    <p>Clayey soil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does water content affect the shear strength of soil?

    <p>Increase in water content decreases shear strength</p> Signup and view all the answers

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