In a falling head permeameter test the initial head at t = 0 is 40 cm. The head drops by 5 cm in 10 minutes. Determine the time required to run the test for the final head to be at 20 cm. Given: Height of sample = 6 cm; cross sectional areas of sample = 50 cm2 and stand pipe = 0.5 cm2. Determine the hydraulic conductivity in cm/sec.

In a falling head permeameter test the initial head at t = 0 is 40 cm. The head drops by 5 cm in 10 minutes. Determine the time required to run the test for the final head to be at 20 cm. Given: Height of sample = 6 cm; cross sectional areas of sample = 50 cm2 and stand pipe = 0.5 cm2. Determine the hydraulic conductivity in cm/sec.

Fundamentals of Geotechnical Engineering (MindTap Course List)

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Chapter7: Seepage

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