1.1 - Figure: Compression of field deposit
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What is meant by 'settlement' in geotechnical terms?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens to a sponge when weight is applied.
Name one factor that can influence soil compression.
💡 Hint: Consider how water affects materials.
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What is settlement in geotechnical engineering?
💡 Hint: Consider the effects of weight on soil.
True or False: Moisture negatively affects soil compression.
💡 Hint: Think about wet versus dry soil.
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A 10-story building is constructed on sandy soil. If the total load on the building is 2000 kN, calculate the expected settlement if the soil has a vertical compressibility of 0.005 m²/kN.
💡 Hint: Use the formula S = Load / Compressibility.
Discuss the potential long-term effects on infrastructure if sedimentation due to compression is not monitored and managed correctly.
💡 Hint: Think about how structural failure can lead to safety hazards.
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