1.1 - Necessity of studying Shear Strength of soils
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Define shear strength in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when force is applied to the soil.
What are the two main components of shear strength?
💡 Hint: Remember the acronym 'CF'.
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What does shear strength measure?
💡 Hint: Remember the definition of shear strength.
Cohesion is which type of component?
💡 Hint: Think about the functions of different components.
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Evaluate the shear strength of a soil sample given its cohesion is 30 kPa and the internal friction angle is 25 degrees. What does this imply for its use in foundations?
💡 Hint: Consider utilizing parameters provided to calculate shear strength.
Given a slope with 30° inclination, discuss the implications of low shear strength due to water saturation in soil stability. What preventive measures can be suggested?
💡 Hint: Think about both immediate stabilization and long-term solutions.
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