Practice Swelling & Shrinkage - 2.9 | 17. Effect of Addition of Admixtures | Geotechnical Engineering - Vol 1
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2.9 - Swelling & Shrinkage

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Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What is compaction?

💡 Hint: Think about how we can pack more things into a limited space.

Question 2

Easy

Define swelling in the context of soil.

💡 Hint: What happens to a sponge when it soaks up water?

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What happens to soil density during compaction?

  • Increases
  • Decreases
  • Remains the same

💡 Hint: Think about how closely packed particles can fit.

Question 2

True or False: Dry soils exhibit less swelling than wet soils.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: What happens when water is added to a dry sponge?

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Evaluate the potential consequences of not considering swelling and shrinkage in a planned construction project on clayey soil.

💡 Hint: Consider the long-term effects of soil behavior on building integrity.

Question 2

Design a mitigation plan for a foundation built on expansive soils, including materials, construction techniques, and moisture management practices.

💡 Hint: Focus on ways to control water influence effectively.

Challenge and get performance evaluation