5.2 - Types of Soil Stabilization Techniques
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Practice Questions
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What tool is commonly used in mechanical stabilization?
💡 Hint: Think about tools used for compacting and grading soil.
Name one chemical stabilization technique.
💡 Hint: Consider what material is often added to clay soils.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is mechanical stabilization primarily used for?
💡 Hint: Think about the main goal of this technique.
True or False: Lime stabilization is effective for sandy soils.
💡 Hint: Consider the type of soil that lime works best with.
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Challenge Problems
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You are tasked with selecting a stabilization technique for a new highway project in an area with high clay content. Discuss which method you would choose and why, considering the techniques covered in this section.
💡 Hint: Focus on soil types and the properties that need improvement.
Evaluate the trade-offs between using chemical versus mechanical stabilization methods in a project with tight budget constraints.
💡 Hint: Consider initial costs versus durability.
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