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Civil Engineering : Soil Mechanics - Quiz(MCQ)
_____ method is specially suited to a circumstance where water content is to be quickly determined for the purpose of proper field control.
A)
Alcohol
B)
Sand bath
C)
Calcium carbide
D)
Oven drying

Correct Answer :   Calcium carbide


Explanation : Calcium carbide method is very quick as the result can be obtained in 5 – 10 minutes. The field kit contains the moisture tester, a small single – pan weighing balance, a bottle containing calcium carbide and a brush.

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