Practice Core Cutter Method (IS: 2720 Part 29) - 3.6.2 | 3. Soil Compaction Techniques | Pavement Materials
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3.6.2 - Core Cutter Method (IS: 2720 Part 29)

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Question 1

Easy

What is the purpose of the Core Cutter Method?

💡 Hint: Think about why density measurement matters in construction.

Question 2

Easy

Name a type of soil that the Core Cutter Method is particularly useful for.

💡 Hint: Consider which soils have adhesive properties.

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Question 1

What is the Core Cutter Method used to measure?

  • Compressive strength of soils
  • In-situ density of cohesive soils
  • Shear strength of sediments

💡 Hint: Think about soil properties important for construction.

Question 2

True or False: The Core Cutter Method is accurate for all types of soil.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider which soils the method is intended for.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

A construction site is preparing for a new building on clay soil. Discuss how many core samples should be taken and why, considering variability and potential issues.

💡 Hint: Think about the variability of soil properties in an area.

Question 2

You performed the Core Cutter Method and found the extracted sample had a weight of 300 grams and a known volume of 150 cm³. Calculate the density and discuss what that implies for construction.

💡 Hint: Remember the formula for density.

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