The field density of a soil sample is 1900 kg/m3 and the density of its solid particles is 2700 kg/m3. Compute the dry density, the void ratio and degree of saturation if the sample has a water content of 11.5%

The field density of a soil sample is 1900 kg/m3 and the density of its solid particles is 2700 kg/m3. Compute the dry density, the void ratio and degree of saturation if the sample has a water content of 11.5%

Principles of Geotechnical Engineering (MindTap Course List)

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Author:Braja M. Das, Khaled Sobhan

Publisher:Braja M. Das, Khaled Sobhan

Chapter3: Weight–volume Relationships

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 3.10P

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