1.1 - Effect of Water Content
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Define Maximum Dry Density (MDD).
💡 Hint: Think about how tightly packed the soil can get.
What does OMC stand for?
💡 Hint: Consider the right amount of water needed for maximum packing.
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What does the term MDD stand for?
💡 Hint: It's the maximum density you want to reach.
True or False: OMC is the water content at which soil density starts to decrease.
💡 Hint: Think about how density behaves after the optimum point.
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Evaluate the impact of not reaching OMC on a construction site. Discuss potential risks involved.
💡 Hint: Think about how packing influences overall stability.
How would you design a study to test the effect of varying water content on soil compaction? Outline the steps.
💡 Hint: Consider the experiment's controls and variables.
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