(b). The results of a consolidation test on an undisturbed soil sampled at a depth of 10m below the Ground level are as follows: ϒsat = 16KN/m3, Pre consolidation pressure =90 KPA, ϒw = 10KN/m3. Calculate the over consolidation of soil and Type of consolidation soil.

(b). The results of a consolidation test on an undisturbed soil sampled at a depth of 10m below the Ground level are as follows: ϒsat = 16KN/m3, Pre consolidation pressure =90 KPA, ϒw = 10KN/m3. Calculate the over consolidation of soil and Type of consolidation soil.

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Calculation of Settlement

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(b). The results of a consolidation test on an undisturbed soil sampled at a depth of 10m below the Ground level are as follows: ϒsat = 16KN/m3, Pre consolidation pressure =90 KPA, ϒw = 10KN/m3.

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