Civil Engineering :: Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering
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If e0, e, σ', σ0' have their usual meanings, the coefficient of compressibility (ac), is given by
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A saturated soil sample has water content of 40% and specific gravity of soil particles 2.7. The void ratio of the soil, is
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For testing a saturated clay for shear strength, the test recommended, is
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The critical exist gradient of seepage water in soils, increases with
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The coefficient ka of the active earth pressure, is given by
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Pick up the correct statement from the following:
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The shear strength of a soil
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The property of a soil which permits water to percolate through it, is called
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The triaxial apparatus is usually used for
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A.
The void ratio in soils is defined as the ratio of the volume of voids to the volume of solids |
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B.
The porosity of a soil is defined as the ratio of the volume of voids to the gross volume of the soil |
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The bulk density of a soil is defined as the unit weight of the soil |
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The dry density of a soil is defined as weight of solids to the total volume of the soil |
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All the above. |