Which is not the limitation of the Dupuit's theory ?

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  1. The flow should be laminar
  2. Darcy's law should be applicable 
  3. The flow should be vertical
  4. (1) and (2)

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Option 3 : The flow should be vertical
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Concepts:

 Dupuit's theory is used to determine the coefficient of permeability for the confined and unconfined aquifers.

The following are the some assumptions of Dupuit’s Theory:

  • The soil mass is homogeneous, isotropic and of infinite aerial extent.
  • The velocity of flow is proportional to tangent of hydraulic gradient and not sine.
  • The flow is horizontal and uniform throughout the vertical section.
  • Entire thickness of soil mass is contributing water to the well.
  • Coefficient of transmissibility remains constant at all places and all the time.
  • Flow is laminar and Darcy’s law is applicable.
  • Ground water conditions remain constant all the time.
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