2.3 - Consistency and Atterberg Limits
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Define the Liquid Limit in soil mechanics.
💡 Hint: Think of the point where soil is mushy.
What does the Plasticity Index indicate?
💡 Hint: Do you remember its formula?
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What is the Liquid Limit in soils?
💡 Hint: It refers to soil's behavior when too wet.
True or False: A higher Plasticity Index suggests more stable soil.
💡 Hint: Think about how moisture affects soil size.
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Evaluate a soil sample that has a Liquid Limit of 60% and a Plastic Limit of 25%. Discuss its suitability for road construction.
💡 Hint: Analyze the volume change implications.
Design a seminar presentation explaining Atterberg limits for an audience unfamiliar with soil mechanics.
💡 Hint: Use examples that relate to everyday soil interactions.
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