A- A layered sou nas the following: Top layer has the FC = 40% , PWP = 18% and depth = 50 cm. Initial water content = 26% by volume and PAD = 35%. Bottom layer has FC = 38%, PWP = 20% and depth = 60 cm. Actual water content = 30% by volume, PAD = 55%. Find the required depth of irrigation. Also, for each layer, show whether the irrigation was applied on time or not?

A- A layered sou nas the following: Top layer has the FC = 40% , PWP = 18% and depth = 50 cm. Initial water content = 26% by volume and PAD = 35%. Bottom layer has FC = 38%, PWP = 20% and depth = 60 cm. Actual water content = 30% by volume, PAD = 55%. Find the required depth of irrigation. Also, for each layer, show whether the irrigation was applied on time or not?

Principles of Foundation Engineering (MindTap Course List)

8th Edition

ISBN:9781305081550

Author:Braja M. Das

Publisher:Braja M. Das

Chapter16: Soil Improvement And Ground Modification

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 16.10P

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