1.3.1 - First Part of Effective Stress Principle
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Practice Questions
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What is the formula for total stress at a depth?
💡 Hint: Think about the factors influencing stress at a given depth.
What happens to pore water pressure below the water table?
💡 Hint: Remember the hydrostatic condition of water.
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What equation represents total stress in soil at a certain depth?
💡 Hint: Remember the basic equation for total stress!
True or False: The effective stress is directly measurable.
💡 Hint: Consider how we measure stress in soils.
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Calculate the total stress at a depth of 15 feet with a soil unit weight of 120 lbs/ft³. What would happen if water were to saturate this soil to 10 feet?
💡 Hint: Make sure to account for both the weight of the soil and the contribution of the water above.
Explain how excavation to a depth of 20 feet might impact pore water pressure and total stress in a nearby area.
💡 Hint: Consider how soil reacts to sudden removal of load and its effects on water movement.
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