9.2 - Composite soil behavior.
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Practice Questions
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What is an admixture?
💡 Hint: Think of it as a soil 'additive'.
How does compaction affect soil density?
💡 Hint: Consider the arrangement of particles.
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What is the primary function of admixtures?
💡 Hint: Remember, admixtures are used for stabilization.
In which condition does clay have higher shear strength?
💡 Hint: Think about how moisture levels affect soil structure.
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A site manager needs to improve the bearing capacity of a sandy soil for a new building. Given that the site's moisture content is high, what steps should he take considering the principles of soil compaction?
💡 Hint: Think about how moisture levels affect compaction and density.
If a fine-grained soil is compacted wet of optimum, what can you predict about its performance in terms of shear strength and settlement compared to when it is compacted dry of optimum?
💡 Hint: Consider the differences in soil structure under varying moisture conditions.
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