The permeability of moulding sand was determined using a standard AFS sample by passing 2000 cc of air at a gauge pressure of 10 g/cm² If the time taken for the air to escape was 1 min. Find out the permeability number

The permeability of moulding sand was determined using a standard AFS sample by passing 2000 cc of air at a gauge pressure of 10 g/cm² If the time taken for the air to escape was 1 min. Find out the permeability number

Fundamentals of Geotechnical Engineering (MindTap Course List)

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Author:Braja M. Das, Nagaratnam Sivakugan

Publisher:Braja M. Das, Nagaratnam Sivakugan

Chapter10: Shear Strength Of Soil

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 10.19P

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