2.13.1 - Frost Heave
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Practice Questions
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What is frost heave?
💡 Hint: Think about how ice behaves in soil.
Which soils are most susceptible to frost heave?
💡 Hint: Consider which soils can retain moisture.
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What is frost heave?
💡 Hint: Consider the role of ice and soil movement.
Are fine sands frost susceptible? (True/False)
💡 Hint: Think about the properties of different soil types.
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Assess the consequences of constructing a parking lot over frost-susceptible soil without adequate drainage measures.
💡 Hint: Consider how ice could accumulate in these conditions.
Design a small-scale experiment to measure the impacts of frost heave in a controlled setting.
💡 Hint: Think about the elements that need controlling, such as soil type and moisture levels.
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