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_________refers to the increase in density of a soil as a result of applied load or pressure?
Correct answer: C. Compaction
- A. Traffic soles
- B. Plough soles
- C. Compaction
- D. Pudding
Explanation
Compaction is the increase in soil bulk density caused by pressure from machinery, animals or other loads, usually with reduced pore space. Traffic soles and plough soles are specific compacted layers, while puddling is deliberate wet-soil working.
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