Practice LECTURE 17 - 1 | 18. Effect on Swell Shrink aspect | Geotechnical Engineering - Vol 1
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is compaction in soil mechanics?

💡 Hint: Think about what happens when you compress something.

Question 2

Easy

Explain what void space means.

💡 Hint: Consider what fills the empty areas between soil particles.

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Interactive Quizzes

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

Question 1

What does compaction in soil mechanics aim to achieve?

  • Decrease soil density
  • Increase soil density
  • Change soil texture

💡 Hint: Consider the purpose of compressing soil.

Question 2

True or False: The Standard Proctor Test is used to determine the maximum swell potential of a soil.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Reflect on what the test measures.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

If you have two soil samples, one compacted dry of optimum and the other at optimum moisture content, compare their expected swell pressures.

💡 Hint: Consider how moisture changes particle behavior.

Question 2

Design a test plan for a construction site requiring stability in wet conditions. Discuss how the Modified Proctor Test can be applied.

💡 Hint: Think about how to adjust testing parameters for real-world conditions.

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