Practice Granular Soils (sands, Gravels) (3.7.1)

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Question 1.
What type of soil is classified as granular?
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Think about the small particle size.
Question 2.
Which equipment is best for compacting granular soils?
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Focus on the type of action they perform.
3Question 3.
What equipment is optimal for compacting granular soils?
- Static Rollers
- Vibratory Rollers
- Sheepsfoot Rollers
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Think about the characteristics of granular soils.
4Question 4.
True or False: Granular soils compact better when wet.
- True
- False
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Recall the preferred moisture content.
Question 5.
In a project, the granular soil was compacted with too much moisture. Explain the consequences and provide a mitigation strategy.
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Consider how moisture affects density and stability.
Question 6.
Analyze a case where a highway developed cracks due to inadequate compaction of granular soils. How would you address this in the rebuilding phase?
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Reflect on the compaction process and its importance.

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