Practice Strength requirements for stabilization and modification - 1.5 | 17. Chemical Modification or Stabilization | Geotechnical Engineering - Vol 2
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1.5 - Strength requirements for stabilization and modification

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Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What is cementation?

💡 Hint: Think about how glue holds objects together.

Question 2

Easy

List one chemical used in soil stabilization.

💡 Hint: You can find it in construction materials.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is the minimum strength gain for lime stabilization?

  • 50 psi
  • 100 psi
  • 30 psi

💡 Hint: Recall the specific figures mentioned in the section.

Question 2

True or False: Chemical stabilization should improve soil's plasticity index.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about the desired outcomes of chemical treatment.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Design a test for soil that has been mixed with quick lime and compare its results against untreated soil.

💡 Hint: Consider how you’ll measure success between the two samples.

Question 2

A construction site reports natural soil strength of 280 psi. You need to stabilize it with cement. Determine the minimum amount of cement needed if you aim for a strength of 390 psi.

💡 Hint: Work out how much strength gain is required to meet your target.

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