QUIZ 1:

SOIL COMPOSITION & MASS-VOLUME PHASE RELATIONSHIP

1. A soil having a void ratio of 0.70 and a value of Gs of 2.72:
a) Calculate the dry unit weight, the saturated unit weight, and the buoyant unit weight.
b) Calculate the unit weight and water content at a degree of saturation of 75%.
Solve this question by drawing phase diagram and show the components of a soil, and the relevant
expressions/relationships.
(12 marks)
2. A soil has a bulk density of 1910 kg/m3 and a water content of 9.5%. The value of Gs is 2.70.
a) Calculate the void ratio and degree of saturation of the soil.
b) What would be the values of density and water content if the soil were fully saturated at the same void ratio?
(8 marks)