How field identification of clayey soil can be done from silty soil using simpler field tests. Find the group index value according AASTHO soil classification system by using following data. % passing 75 micron sieve = 58%, Liquid limit = 50% %3D Plastic Limit = 35 %

How field identification of clayey soil can be done from silty soil using simpler field tests. Find the group index value according AASTHO soil classification system by using following data. % passing 75 micron sieve = 58%, Liquid limit = 50% %3D Plastic Limit = 35 %

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Chapter4: Plasticity And Structure Of Soil

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How field identification of clayey soil can be done from silty soil using
simpler field tests. Find the group index value according AASTHO soil
classification system by using following data.
% passing 75 micron sieve = 58%, Liquid limit = 50%
Plastic Limit = 35 %

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