Determine the value of critical hydraulic gradient for a loose deposit – McqOptions

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1.	Determine the value of critical hydraulic gradient for a loose deposit of sand having a void ratio of 0.67 and specific gravity of 2.67.
A.	5
B.	1
C.	10
D.	2
E.	12
Answer» C. 10

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