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Electrical resistivity surveying is particularly useful for locating

  • A.the tensile strength of the underlying rock
  • B.the age of the formations beneath the site
  • C.the orientation of the principal joint sets
  • D.the water table and variations in saturation

Answer: D

Correct answer: the water table and variations in saturation

Resistivity depends strongly on the amount and salinity of the pore water, so a saturated horizon contrasts sharply with a dry one above it. That makes the method well suited to locating the water table, tracing saline intrusion and mapping clay content. It says nothing about strength or structure.

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