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The phenomenon of increase in the volume of a given mass of sand caused by the films of water pushing the sand particles apart is referred to as:
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The phenomenon of increase in the volume of a given mass of sand caused by the films of water pushing the sand particles apart is referred to as:

A.

bulking

B.

water absorption

C.

leaching

D.

chalking

Correct option is A

Bulking: - The increase in the volume of sand due to increase in moisture content is known as bulking of sand. A film of water is created around the sand particles which forces the particles to get a side from each other and thus the volume is increased.

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