ENGINEERING GEOLOGY

AND SOIL MECHANICS

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Usage

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(SAY n =100kPa)

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5kNx 10
500
0.254m
x 0.254m
0.254
x 0.254
x 1000

Peak
Ultimate

440

320

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Critical State

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Critical State

Earthquakes or other vibrations could

cause a loose sand in the condition of test
1 to settle noticeably. The sand in the
condition of test 2 is less likely to be
seriously affected.

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Home Exercises:
Q.1

Q.2

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