Draw typical compaction curves for standard and modified compaction energies on the same plot along with zero air voids line. Discuss why the plot is given in terms of dry unit weight and not bulk unit weight. Also explain the significance of zero air voids line.

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Draw typical compaction curves for standard and modified compaction energies on the same plot along with zero air voids line. Discuss why the plot is given in terms of dry unit weight and not bulk unit weight. Also explain the significance of zero air voids line.

 

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