Question

Which of the following assumptions is wrong, with respect to sedimentation analysis?

a.

The soil particles are spherical

b.

Particle settle independent of other particles do not have any effect on its velocity of settlements

c.

Soil particles has different specific gravity

d.

The walls of jar, in which the suspension is kept do not affect the settlement

Answer: (c).Soil particles has different specific gravity

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