1.2.2 - Procedure
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What is the primary purpose of the Standard Proctor’s Compaction Test?
💡 Hint: Why do we care about soil's density?
Why does compacting reduce swelling and shrinkage in soil?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when there is less room in soil.
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What is the purpose of the Proctor Compaction Test?
💡 Hint: Focus on the density aspect.
True or False: Compacted dry soil shows greater swell and swell pressure compared to wet soil.
💡 Hint: Think about the water versus dry conditions.
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Given a set of data from a Proctor Test with increasing water content, graph the relationship between water content and bulk density. Analyze your findings.
💡 Hint: Look for the point where density stops increasing.
Discuss the implications of compaction in construction as soil types vary between fine and coarse grain.
💡 Hint: Consider real-world applications in building infrastructure.
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