4. An experimental filter consists of a 2-m depth of uniform sand with a diameter of 0.85mm and a shape factor of 0.7. The porosity of the bed is 0.35 and the specific gravity of the sand is 2.65. Determine the head (meters of water column and kilopascals) to maintain a flow of water through the bed at a flow rate of 10 m/h. The water temperature is 15°C.

4. An experimental filter consists of a 2-m depth of uniform sand with a diameter of 0.85mm and a shape factor of 0.7. The porosity of the bed is 0.35 and the specific gravity of the sand is 2.65. Determine the head (meters of water column and kilopascals) to maintain a flow of water through the bed at a flow rate of 10 m/h. The water temperature is 15°C.

Fundamentals of Geotechnical Engineering (MindTap Course List)

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ISBN:9781305635180

Author:Braja M. Das, Nagaratnam Sivakugan

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Chapter6: Hydraulic Conductivity

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