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3 cards from this section. Quick, good the night before a test.
What is a compactor?
Think about what equipment is used in construction.
Name one soil characteristic that affects compaction.
Consider what properties of soil can change how well it packs.
What factor does not affect the effectiveness of a compactor?
Think about what properties within soil and machinery influence outcomes.
True or False: A higher number of compactor passes always guarantees better compaction.
Reflect on how many times you have to do something to see a difference.
A construction team is using a compactor to prepare a site for a road. They opt for lifts that are too thick. What complications might arise from this decision, and how would it impact the overall compaction?
Consider what happens when layers are not compacted cleanly and evenly.
You’re tasked with selecting a compactor for a project involving loose, sandy soil. What factors will you consider to ensure optimum compaction and why?
Think about how each property either helps or hinders compaction.
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