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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is compaction?

💡 Hint: Think about what happens to soil when we press it down.

Question 2

Easy

How does compaction affect soil density?

💡 Hint: Consider the relationship between air spaces and the soil's weight.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What happens to soil density when compaction is applied?

  • Decreases
  • Increases
  • Remains the same

💡 Hint: Remember what compaction does to air in soil.

Question 2

True or False: Compacted soil has a higher bearing capacity than loose soil.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about supports under a heavy load.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

A construction company needs to determine the optimal moisture content for compacting clay. Discuss how you would approach this problem and what factors would affect your decision.

💡 Hint: Think about how too much or too little water would affect the clay's structure.

Question 2

A city plans to build a new road over previously compacted soil. What tests can they perform to ensure that the soil can support the new load?

💡 Hint: Consider the properties that would indicate whether the soil is still strong enough for heavy loads.

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