1. Some geophysical (dynamic) tests were performed in the field on a rock layer, and the velocity of primary and shear waves were measured (as shown in following table): Velocity of shear wave Velocity of primary wave 850 m/s 900 m/s 1000 m/s 820 m/s 1060 m/s 1950 m/s If the density of the rock is 2600 kg/m³, calculate the Young modulus and Poisson's ratio of this rock. (

1. Some geophysical (dynamic) tests were performed in the field on a rock layer, and the velocity of primary and shear waves were measured (as shown in following table): Velocity of shear wave Velocity of primary wave 850 m/s 900 m/s 1000 m/s 820 m/s 1060 m/s 1950 m/s If the density of the rock is 2600 kg/m³, calculate the Young modulus and Poisson's ratio of this rock. (

Principles of Foundation Engineering (MindTap Course List)

9th Edition

ISBN:9781337705028

Author:Braja M. Das, Nagaratnam Sivakugan

Publisher:Braja M. Das, Nagaratnam Sivakugan

Chapter3: Natural Soil Deposits And Subsoil Exploration

Section: Chapter Questions

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