10 - Effect on Pore Pressure
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Practice Questions
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What is pore pressure?
💡 Hint: Think about what fills the space between soil particles.
Does dry compaction or wet compaction typically have lower pore pressure?
💡 Hint: Consider how moisture affects the soil.
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What is the impact of compaction moisture on pore pressure in clayey soils?
💡 Hint: Think about how compaction affects fluid pressure in soil.
True or False: At high strains, pore pressure effects are significantly different for soils compacted dry versus wet.
💡 Hint: Consider how strain influences soil behavior.
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In a construction project, a clayey site has been identified to build a foundation. If the soil is compacted at optimum moisture, predict and discuss the implication of pore pressure behavior during heavy rains post-construction.
💡 Hint: Consider how adding water affects the existing pore pressure.
Analyze the effects of over-compaction in clay soils and its potential correlation with pore pressure changes. Discuss these effects at low versus high strain.
💡 Hint: Focus on how compaction relates to both pressure and moisture levels.
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