6. Indian Standard Soil Classification System
Fine-grained soils are classified based on their plasticity and composition, utilizing the Indian Standard Soil Classification System. Key classifications include various types of clays and silts defined by their plasticity index, liquidity index, and activity. The importance of understanding the physical characteristics of soils facilitates their identification in practical applications.
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- Fine-grained soils, like clays and silts, are classified based on their plasticity index, liquidity index, and activity.
- The plasticity chart aids in determining the nature and characteristics of soil depending on its liquid limit and plasticity index.
- Physical characteristics of soils provide valuable information for visual identification and classification.
Key Concepts
- -- Plasticity Chart
- A graphical representation that shows the relationship between liquid limit and plasticity index for soil classification.
- -- Activity of Clay
- A measure representing the degree of plasticity of a clayey soil, determined by the ratio of plasticity index to the percentage of clay particles.
- -- Liquidity Index
- A dimensionless number indicating the consistency of fine-grained soils related to existing water content and Atterberg limits.
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