6 - Effect on Bearing Capacity
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What is bearing capacity?
💡 Hint: Related to the weight of structures.
How does compaction affect void ratio?
💡 Hint: Think about the space between soil particles.
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What happens to bearing capacity when soil density increases?
💡 Hint: Think about how tightly packed soil particles can hold weight.
True or False: Compacted dry of optimum has better moisture characteristics than compacted wet of optimum.
💡 Hint: Consider the differences between particle arrangements.
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Given a soil type and compaction method, predict the bearing capacity relative to its density and moisture content.
💡 Hint: Examine both dry and wet conditions for clarity.
Evaluate how pore pressure changes impact the settlement of compacted clayey soil under load.
💡 Hint: Relate pore pressure back to water content and soil structure.
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