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For a compacted soil, specific gravity, Gs=2.72, water content = 20.5 %, ɣd= 0.90 ɣzav. Compute the ff. A. Zero air void unit weight. B. Dry unit weight C. Degree of Saturation

Principles of Foundation Engineering (MindTap Course List)

8th Edition

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Author:Braja M. Das

Publisher:Braja M. Das

Chapter2: Geotechnical Properties Of Soil

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 2.8P

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For a compacted soil, specific gravity, Gs=2.72, water content = 20.5 %, ɣd= 0.90 ɣzav. Compute the ff. A. Zero air void unit weight. B. Dry unit weight C. Degree of Saturation

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