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Question
For non-homogeneous clays, the coefficient of permeability in (mm/s) should be ranges between
A.
10-1 to 10-2
B.
10-2 to 10-3
C.
10-3 to 10-4
D.
10-4 to 10-6
Answer ( Option D)

10-4 to 10-6

Solution

Soil description

Coefficient of permeability (mm/sec)

Degree of permeability

Coarse gravel

Greater than 1

High

Fine gravel -fine sand

1 to 10–2

Medium

Silt-sand admixtures, loose silt, rock flour and loess

10–2 to 10–4

Low

Dense silt, clay-silt admixtures, non-homogeneous clays

10–4 to 10–6

Very low

Homogeneous clays

Less than 10–6

Almost impervious

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