3.7.1 - Granular Soils (Sands, Gravels)
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Practice Questions
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What type of soil is classified as granular?
💡 Hint: Think about the small particle size.
Which equipment is best for compacting granular soils?
💡 Hint: Focus on the type of action they perform.
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What equipment is optimal for compacting granular soils?
💡 Hint: Think about the characteristics of granular soils.
True or False: Granular soils compact better when wet.
💡 Hint: Recall the preferred moisture content.
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In a project, the granular soil was compacted with too much moisture. Explain the consequences and provide a mitigation strategy.
💡 Hint: Consider how moisture affects density and stability.
Analyze a case where a highway developed cracks due to inadequate compaction of granular soils. How would you address this in the rebuilding phase?
💡 Hint: Reflect on the compaction process and its importance.
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