Question

Assuming bulk density and particle density of a soil as 1.5 and 2.5 g/cc, respectively, value of porosity will be:

A 20% Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B 40% Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C 60% Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D 80% Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

Porosity = 1- BD/PD * 100 => 1- 1.5/2.5 * 100 = 40%

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