37.6 - Evaluation of Liquefaction Potential
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Practice Questions
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What does SPT stand for?
💡 Hint: Think of a common field test for soils.
What is the purpose of the Cone Penetration Test?
💡 Hint: It's a test using a cone!
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What does SPT measure in soil?
💡 Hint: It's about how well soil holds up against being pushed.
True or False: A Factor of Safety less than 1 indicates a lower risk of liquefaction.
💡 Hint: Think about what a safety factor under 1 suggests.
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Given a site with a high corrected N-value from SPT and low ratings from CPT, predict the liquefaction potential and justify the reasoning.
💡 Hint: Consider the relationship between the two test results and contextual implications.
Design a study comparing the effectiveness of cyclic triaxial tests versus cyclic simple shear tests in assessing liquefaction susceptibility. What parameters are critical?
💡 Hint: Explore how each method provides insights into soil behavior differently.
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