Organic soils are not generally recommended for building on, because A) They have poor loadbearing capacity B) They contain high amounts of vegetable oil C) They extract CO₂ from the air D) They tend to change colour when wet E) They tend to expand when dry

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Organic soils have poor loadbearing capacity, which means they may not be able to support the weight of a building and could lead to settling or structural damage over time.

Organic Soils Are Not Generally Recommended for Building On, Because