6.4.2 - Group Symbols for Fine Soils
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What percent of soil must be fine-grained to classify it under fine soils?
💡 Hint: Think about the particle size.
Name one property of clay particles.
💡 Hint: Consider the physical shape of clay.
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What is the maximum particle size for fine-grained soils?
💡 Hint: Consider the definition of fine-grained soils.
True or False: The liquidity index measures the degree of plasticity of a soil.
💡 Hint: Remember what liquidity indices represent.
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A soil has a liquid limit of 45%, a plastic limit of 25%, and 70% clay content. Classify its activity and liquidity index.
💡 Hint: Use the activity and liquidity index formulas.
Given a soil with a plasticity index of 15% and 40% clay content, determine the classification and consistency.
💡 Hint: Make sure to use the respective formulas for analysis.
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