Practice Soil Texture And Gradation (2.2) - Engineering Characteristics of Soils

Practice: Soil Texture and Gradation

Lesson 2.2Engineering Characteristics of Soils

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Question 1.
What is soil texture?
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Think about the different sizes of particles in the soil.
Question 2.
Name one method used to analyze particle size distribution.
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One method is for larger particles, while the other is for smaller ones.
3Question 3.
What method is used for particle analysis larger than 75 µm?
- Hydrometer Analysis
- Sieve Analysis
- Sedimentation Analysis
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Consider the tools used in a lab for separating soil.
4Question 4.
True or False: Well-graded soils are beneficial because they compact well.
- True
- False
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Remember the definitions of well-graded soils.
Question 5.
A field engineer collects a soil sample to analyze its structure. What steps should the engineer take to perform sieve and hydrometer analysis? Discuss in detail.
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Think about the order of operations and equipment you would need.
Question 6.
If a certain soil sample is found to be poorly graded, what approaches can be taken to improve its compaction characteristics for construction purposes?
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Consider how materials interact and modify one another.

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