1.2.2 - Under Consolidated Soils
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Practice Questions
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What is preconsolidation pressure?
💡 Hint: Think about what stress the soil holds in memory.
Name the three types of soils based on stress history.
💡 Hint: Recall the classifications discussed in class.
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What does preconsolidation pressure signify in soil mechanics?
💡 Hint: Think about the stress levels soil can handle.
True or False: Normally consolidated soils have never been subjected to a stress greater than the current effective stress.
💡 Hint: Consider what 'normally' means.
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You are tasked with a construction project over an area known to have under consolidated soils. What steps will you take to ensure safety and stability?
💡 Hint: Consider logistical options before construction.
Analyze the potential risks involved with building on over consolidated soils. What measures can mitigate these risks?
💡 Hint: Think about unexpected soil behaviors.
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