One Dimensional Consolidation MCQs

Welcome to our comprehensive collection of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) on One Dimensional Consolidation, a fundamental topic in the field of Geotechnical Engineering. Whether you're preparing for competitive exams, honing your problem-solving skills, or simply looking to enhance your abilities in this field, our One Dimensional Consolidation MCQs are designed to help you grasp the core concepts and excel in solving problems.

In this section, you'll find a wide range of One Dimensional Consolidation mcq questions that explore various aspects of One Dimensional Consolidation problems. Each MCQ is crafted to challenge your understanding of One Dimensional Consolidation principles, enabling you to refine your problem-solving techniques. Whether you're a student aiming to ace Geotechnical Engineering tests, a job seeker preparing for interviews, or someone simply interested in sharpening their skills, our One Dimensional Consolidation MCQs are your pathway to success in mastering this essential Geotechnical Engineering topic.

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Q21.
The property of soil mass pertaining to its susceptibility to decrease in volume under pressure is ____________
Discuss
Answer: (b).compressibility
Q22.
Every process involving a decrease in the water content of a saturated soil without replacement of water by air is called _________
Discuss
Answer: (d).consolidation
Q23.
When stress is applied to soil mass, the elastic deformation of solid particles is ____________
Discuss
Answer: (d).negligibly small
Q24.
The compression resulting from a long term static load and consequent escape of pore water is _____________
Discuss
Answer: (d).consolidation
Q25.
If increases in the water content due to an increase in the volume of voids is known as _________
Discuss
Answer: (c).swelling
Q26.
Compression of soil, under short duration of moving or vibratory loads is _________
Discuss
Answer: (d).compaction
Q27.
Slow vertical deformation occurs when a compressive load is applied to a laterally confined layer of sand.
Discuss
Answer: (b).False
Q28.
The compressibility of clays may also be caused by the following factor.
Discuss
Answer: (c).expulsion of double layer water from between the grains
Q29.
The mechanics of consolidation was demonstrated by ___________
Discuss
Answer: (c).Terzaghi
Q30.
Excess pore pressure is also known as ___________
Discuss
Answer: (a).hydrodynamic pressure
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