Practice Soil Fabric and Structure - 37.1.7 | 37. Effect of Soil Properties and Damping – Liquefaction of Soils | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 3
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Soil Fabric and Structure

37.1.7 - Soil Fabric and Structure

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is soil fabric?

💡 Hint: Think about how particles are organized.

Question 2 Easy

Why are remolded soils more susceptible to liquefaction?

💡 Hint: Consider what happens when soil is disturbed.

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Question 1

What happens to soil structure during liquefaction?

It becomes more stable
It behaves like a fluid
It becomes stronger

💡 Hint: Remember the fluid analogy.

Question 2

True or False: Cemented soils are always resistant to liquefaction.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider the limits of strength.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Discuss the geological mechanisms that lead to the formation of cemented soils and why they are effective against liquefaction.

💡 Hint: Consider natural processes and their role in particle stability.

Challenge 2 Hard

Propose a strategy to mitigate liquefaction risks in areas with predominately loose, remolded soils.

💡 Hint: Think about construction techniques that enhance soil strength.

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