Seepage Analysis MCQs

Welcome to our comprehensive collection of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) on Seepage Analysis, 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 Seepage Analysis MCQs are designed to help you grasp the core concepts and excel in solving problems.

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Discuss
Answer: (a).in the direction of flow
Q22.
The effective pressure subjected to seepage pressure is given by _______
Discuss
Answer: (c).σ’=zγ’±izγw
Q23.
In ______ direction of flow, the effective pressure is increased.
Discuss
Answer: (d).downward
Q24.
The quick condition takes place when effective pressure is _______
Discuss
Answer: (a).σ’=0
Q25.
The critical hydraulic gradient is given by _______
Discuss
Answer: (a).ic = γ’/ γw
Q26.
The critical hydraulic gradient ic in terms of specific gravity G and voids ratio e is given by ______
Discuss
Answer: (c).\(\frac{G-1}{1+e}\)
Q27.
The critical hydraulic gradient ic is unity when the specific gravity G=2.67 and voids ratio e is ______
Discuss
Answer: (a).0.67
Q28.
A coarse-grained soil has a voids ratio of 0.66 and specific gravity G of 2.65. What will be its critical hydraulic gradient?
Discuss
Answer: (a).0.99
Q29.
If a soil has a submerged unit weight of 10.69 kN/m³, what will be its critical hydraulic gradient?
Discuss
Answer: (a).1.09
Q30.
Calculate the height of water table rise in soil mass from a sand stratum of 12m deep from ground level, at which the effective pressure is zero. The water percolates through a soil mass of thickness 5m. The γsat=18.6 kN/m³ and γw=9.81 kN/m³.
Discuss
Answer: (b).9.48m
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