1.2.3. Compaction Testing

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is lime stabilization?

   Hint

   Think about how lime affects soil strength.

2. 2.

   Why is pH important in lime stabilization?

   Hint

   Recall the required pH for stabilization.

3. 3.

   What is the desired pH for effective lime stabilization?

   • 10.5
   • 12.0
   • 12.4

   Hint

   Think of the minimum requirement mentioned.

4. 4.

   True or False: Compaction testing is not necessary after lime stabilization.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the importance of soil density.

5. 5.

   You have a soil mixture where the initial pH is 11.5. If you add 5% lime and measure the pH after stabilization, what is the expected outcome?

   Hint

   Consider the general trend when lime is added.

6. 6.

   Design an experiment to determine the optimal lime ratio for a specific soil type. What factors would you need to control?

   Hint

   Think about the steps highlighted in the tests.