Question

Consider the following statements:
1. Quicksand is a special variety of sand.
2. Quicksand is not a material but a hydraulic condition.
3. In nature, quicksand condition is observed usually in coarse silt or fine sand.
Which of the above statements are correct?

• A. 1, 2 and 3
• B. 1 and 2 only
• C. 2 and 3 only
• D. 1 and 3 only

Answer 1

The correct option is C 2 and 3 only

Quicksand is a condition and not a soil type. This condition is created in saturated thick layers of loose fine sandy soils when disturbed either due to vibration, such as, from pile driving in the neighbourhood, or due to pressure of flowing water.