Asked by Miguel Vargas on May 22, 2024
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Which of the following materials probably has the lowest porosity?
A) well sorted, fine-grained sediment
B) well sorted, coarse-grained sediment
C) unfractured granite
D) sand with well-rounded grains
Porosity
The measure of void spaces in a material, indicating the volume percentage of pores or spaces between particles.
Unfractured Granite
A type of igneous rock, characterized by its large crystals and lack of cracks or fractures, often used in construction due to its strength.
Fine-Grained Sediment
Sediment that consists of tiny particles and fragments, such as clay or silt, which are often transported by water or wind and deposited in calm environments.
- Absorb the theories of porosity and permeability, and their crucial roles in the storage and passage of groundwater.
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Learning Objectives
- Absorb the theories of porosity and permeability, and their crucial roles in the storage and passage of groundwater.
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