4.3 - Optimal moisture content in compaction
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Practice Questions
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What does OMC stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about soil density and compaction.
Name one factor that affects field compaction.
💡 Hint: Consider the moisture level in the soil.
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What does OMC stand for?
💡 Hint: Connect it to soil density.
True or False: The Proctor’s Needle is used to determine moisture content in the lab only.
💡 Hint: Think about field applications.
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A construction site has soil that consistently shows lower than optimal moisture content during tests. What strategies could the crew implement to improve compaction results?
💡 Hint: Think about methods to adjust soil moisture.
You are tasked with evaluating two different compactors for a project. One is a vibrating drum roller; the other is a static roller. Detail their advantages and disadvantages concerning the compaction of clay soil.
💡 Hint: Consider the unique properties of clay.
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