How Does Water Affect the Internal Cohesion of Clay-Bearing Soils

question 95

Multiple Choice

How does water affect the internal cohesion of clay-bearing soils and regolith?

• A)The soil or regolith has more internal cohesion when wet than when dry.
• B)The soil or regolith has less internal cohesion when wet than when dry.
• C)The soil or regolith has equal internal cohesion when wet or dry.
• D)The soil or regolith has no internal cohesion when wet or dry.

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