2.13.2 - Frost Susceptible Soils
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What is frost heave?
💡 Hint: Think about how water changes form in cold temperatures.
Name one type of soil that is frost susceptible.
💡 Hint: Consider the finer particles.
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What is one major consequence of frost action in soils?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens to roads during cold weather.
True or False: Frost susceptible soils mainly include coarse gravel and boulders.
💡 Hint: Recall the types of soils that are affected by frost.
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Design a small-scale pavement section for a cold region using frost susceptible soils. Describe what materials and methods you will employ to mitigate frost heave.
💡 Hint: Consider what materials are least affected by frost.
Evaluate the potential economic impacts of inadequate frost heave management on a city’s transportation budget.
💡 Hint: Think about the long-term costs of neglecting infrastructure.
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