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In Engineering / College | 2025-07-05

Why are saturated sediments so weak?

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Saturated sediments are weak primarily due to increased pore water pressure, reduced friction among particles, and the potential for structural breakdown of the sediment matrix. These factors make it easier for the sediments to deform or fail under applied stress. This phenomenon is critical in geotechnical engineering and understanding natural disasters. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-05

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