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Capillarity in Soils

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Consider the following statements in the context of capillary pressure in soils:
1. Pore water pressure is negative in capillary zone.
2. Water is in tension in capillary zone.
3. Capillary pressure is more in coarse grained soils.
Which of the above statements are correct?

A

1 and 2 only

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B

1 and 3 only

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C

2 and 3 only

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D

1, 2 and 3

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Solution

The correct option is A 1 and 2 only
a. 1 and 2 only

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