Question

The coefficient of permeability indicates the ease with which water can flow through a soil mass. The soil type which has less permeability is __________

a.

gravelly soil

b.

clayey soil

c.

sandy soil

d.

both sandy and gravel soil

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Answer: (b).clayey soil

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