Question 2 J10p 180 grams of soil sample is in a cylindrical container, with a diameter of 40 mm and a height of 75mm. After it is dried in the oven at 105° C for 24 hours, the mass is reduced to 148.4 grams. (a) Determine the dry density, bulk density and water content of the clay. Assuming the specific gravity of the soil grains as 2.71, find the degree of saturation.

Question 2 J10p 180 grams of soil sample is in a cylindrical container, with a diameter of 40 mm and a height of 75mm. After it is dried in the oven at 105° C for 24 hours, the mass is reduced to 148.4 grams. (a) Determine the dry density, bulk density and water content of the clay. Assuming the specific gravity of the soil grains as 2.71, find the degree of saturation.

Fundamentals of Geotechnical Engineering (MindTap Course List)

5th Edition

ISBN:9781305635180

Author:Braja M. Das, Nagaratnam Sivakugan

Publisher:Braja M. Das, Nagaratnam Sivakugan

Chapter5: Soil Compaction

Section: Chapter Questions

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