A tensiometer is used to measure a compacted soil in the


A tensiometer is used to measure a compacted soil in the field that has a matric suction of 200 kPa under atmospheric conditions. The pore-water pressure measurement in the tensiometer reaches -99 kPa and suddenly increases to zero. Briefly explain the problem encountered in this measurement.

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