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Practice Questions
Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.
Question 1
Easy
Define shear strength in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when force is applied to the soil.
Question 2
Easy
What are the two main components of shear strength?
💡 Hint: Remember the acronym 'CF'.
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Interactive Quizzes
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What does shear strength measure?
- A. The weight of soil
- B. The capacity to resist sliding
- C. The moisture content
💡 Hint: Remember the definition of shear strength.
Question 2
Cohesion is which type of component?
- True
- False
💡 Hint: Think about the functions of different components.
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Challenge Problems
Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
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.
Question 2
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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