BCE 322/L GROUP 3

LABORATORY
REPORT
EXPERIMENTS 1-12 CODE: 5912
 EXPERIMENT 1: Soil Sampling and Profiling

Conclusion:
The soil's appearance in different layers is influenced by various factors like minerals, water
content, and organic matter. Moisture levels typically increase with soil depth, highlighting
the significance of soil sampling to assess physical properties and obtain samples for
thorough analysis, aiding in better understanding and management of soil.
EXPERIMENT 2: Preparation of Disturbed Samples

Conclusion:
Disturbed samples are valuable for assessing specific gravity, grain size distribution,
Atterberg limits, compaction characteristics, and visually classifying soil types. Meanwhile,
the meticulous preparation of disturbed samples is essential for accurately identifying soil
properties, emphasizing the importance of careful sampling techniques in soil analysis and
engineering projects.
EXPERIMENT 3: Preparation of Undisturbed Samples

Conclusion:
In conclusion, the meticulous preparation of undisturbed soil samples—those obtained
without altering the natural structure of the soil—is significant, ensuring accurate analysis
and interpretation of soil properties such as shear strength, compressibility, permeability,
and pore structure. These samples provide critical insights into the behavior and
characteristics of soils, essential for informed decision-making in engineering and
construction projects.
EXPERIMENT 9: Determination of the Liquid Limit of the Soil

Observations:
Calculations: Flow Curve:

Results:
Conclusion:
In conclusion, 59. 905 is the moisture content of the soil sample to close the groove in the soil pat at
13mm at 25 blows. Liquid limit of clayey soil marks its transition from a plastic to a liquid state,
serving as a crucial parameter for classifying and understanding the consistency of fine-grained or
cohesive soils. This value not only informs soil classification but also aids in predicting soil
consolidation properties for determining factors such as allowable bearing capacity and settlement
of foundations, while also facilitating calculations related to clay activity and soil toughness index.
EXPERIMENT 11: Compaction Test

Observations:
Calculations: [ Sample calculation from trial 1.]
Results:
Results:
Compaction Curve:

Maximum dry density: 12

Optimum water content (OMC): 38
Conclusion:

In conclusion, the compaction test conducted in the laboratory provided valuable insights into the
behavior of the soil under varying moisture contents. The determination of the maximum dry density
and optimum water content aids in optimizing compaction efforts during construction projects,
ensuring stability and longevity of the structures. These findings highlights the importance of
meticulous testing procedures in achieving efficient and durable construction practices.
EXPERIMENT 4: Determination of Moisture Content
of Soils

DATA ANALYSIS:
Determination of Moisture Content of Soils

RESULTS:
CONCLUSION:

To sum up the data shows that this experiment can procure the relationship
between moisture content and the depth of the soil where the samples are
obtained.
EXPERIMENT 5: Determination of the Unit Weight of
a Soil Sample
RESULTS:

Conclusion: Therefore, in order to accurately determine the volume and the unit weight of the soil
sample duet to the imperfection of the soil sample, it is better to take advantage of the water.
EXPERIMENT 6

Specific Gravity Test

Laboratory Report: Specific Gravity Test
Pcnometer Calibration
Specific Gravity Determination
Calculations :

Results:
Conclusions :

Changes in temperature during the soil test can alter its

specific gravity, primarily due to the presence of trapped
air within the soil sample. Errors in test outcomes may
arise due to inadequate removal of this trapped air.
EXPWRIMENT 7

Determination of Particle Size

by Sieve Analysis
Laboratory Report: Determination of Particles Size by
Sieve Analysis
Conclusions :

The distribution of different grain size affects the engineering

properties of soil. We observe that the grain size analysis
provides the grain size distribution and its required in classifying
the soil during the process. Sieving manually was hard for us
because shaking the sieve we need to give a lot of effort in order
the soil sample will pass through and it consumed much time.
EXPWRIMENT 8

Determination of Particle Size

by Hydrometer Analysis
Results:

Hydrometer Method
Conclusion:

The purpose of this experiment is to determine the grain

size distribution for the fraction of soil that is smaller than
0.075mm of diameter from sieve analysis. Finer soil are
dispersed soaking the soil sample in dispersing the agent
and by rapid stirring neutralize the changes between the
soil particles.
EXPWRIMENT 9
Introduction

Methodology

Conclusion

Recommendation
EXPERIMENT 10:
Determination of Plastic Limit
and Plasticity Index of Soil
EXPERIMENT 11:

Compaction Test
Observations:
EXPERIMENT 12:
Field Density Test
EXPERIMENT 13: Permeability Test (Constant Head)
Results:
Conclusion:

The experiment aimed to find the permeability coefficient

for a sand sample, yielding satisfactory results. The
calculated coefficients were 13.631 x 10^-3, 13.631 x 10^-3,
and 10.439 x 10^-3 at 30°C for trials 1, 2, and 3. The soil
sample showed notable permeability, but as particle size
decreases, permeability decreases accordingly.
EXPERIMENT 14: Permeability Test (Falling Head)
Conclusion:

The experiment aimed to find the permeability coefficient

of a soil sample, yielding satisfactory results. The coefficient
of permeability was determined to be 1.1 x 10^-3 cm/s, 1 x
10^-3 cm/s, and 1.05 x 10^-3 cm/s at 23°C, 22°C, and 24°C
for trials 1, 2, and 3, respectively. It's apparent that the soil
sample used is fairly permeable. However, as particle size
decreases, permeability diminishes accordingly.
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