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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Angel Maria JosephMay 23, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Unfractured granite typically has the lowest porosity among the options given because it is a dense, crystalline rock formed from cooled magma, with very little space between the mineral grains.