A soil sample was taken in site and brought back to the laboratory. It was found out that the weight of the soil is 2kg. The sample was placed to a container of 1L and 845 mL of water to fill the container. Calculate the Density and Unit Weight of the Soil Sample in English and in Metric Units.

A soil sample was taken in site and brought back to the laboratory. It was found out that the weight of the soil is 2kg. The sample was placed to a container of 1L and 845 mL of water to fill the container. Calculate the Density and Unit Weight of the Soil Sample in English and in Metric Units.

Fundamentals of Geotechnical Engineering (MindTap Course List)

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ISBN:9781305635180

Author:Braja M. Das, Nagaratnam Sivakugan

Publisher:Braja M. Das, Nagaratnam Sivakugan

Chapter5: Soil Compaction

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 5.2P

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Soil Compaction Test

Soil compaction is the major area of geotechnical engineering. Soil is composed of multiple pores present on its surface, while the soil is mainly composed of gravel, sand, rocks, etc. The arrangement of these rocks and gravels is such that they build up voids (spaces) between them, which allows spaces for the roots of the plants and crops to spread and absorb the required amount of nutrients. Soil compaction is a major problem primarily caused by human activities, micro-organisms, and other multiple factors.

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