2.2 - Conditions for Granular Material Use
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What is the primary purpose of soil modification?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens before construction starts.
Define CBR in relation to soil.
💡 Hint: What does CBR stand for?
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What is the difference between soil modification and stabilization?
💡 Hint: Think about the purpose of each process.
True or False: Geogrids can help reduce the thickness of aggregate layers in road construction.
💡 Hint: Consider the flexibility of road design with geogrids.
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Given a project requiring four lanes of heavy truck traffic, CBR tests show a CBR of 1.0. Discuss the required soil treatment procedures.
💡 Hint: Identify how the CBR value influences the treatment choice.
A new road project must avoid any traffic disruption during construction. Describe a strategy considering soil stabilization techniques.
💡 Hint: Think about methods which prioritize minimizing traffic delays.
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