1.5 - Terzaghi’s solution for one-dimensional consolidation
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What does it mean for soil to be saturated?
💡 Hint: Think about water’s role in the soil structure.
Define the term 'permeability'.
💡 Hint: Consider how water moves through different soils.
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What is the key principle of Terzaghi’s consolidation theory?
💡 Hint: Think about saturation and pressure.
True or False: The coefficient of volume compressibility remains constant throughout the consolidation process.
💡 Hint: Remember how stress affects compressibility.
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A saturated clay layer is subjected to a constant vertical stress. Discuss the potential impact of this stress on pore water pressure and overall consolidation.
💡 Hint: Think about how pressure affects water movement.
Evaluate a scenario in which a foundation is built on a clay stratum experiencing one-dimensional consolidation. What factors should be considered in the consolidation analysis?
💡 Hint: Consider how the load influences pore water pressure.
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