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    The maximum bulking of sand occurs at a water content between __________.
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    The maximum bulking of sand occurs at a water content between __________.

    A.

    5% and 8%

    B.

    6% and 9%

    C.

    1% and 6%

    D.

    4% and 5%

    Correct option is B


    Bulking of sand: 
    The increase in the volume of sand due to an increase in moisture content is known as the bulking of sand. A film of water is created around the sand particles which forces the particles to get aside from each other and thus the volume is increased.
    Bulking of sand is maximum at 4.6 % moisture content.

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