The maximum and minimum unit weights of a granular soil are 117.1 lb/ft3 and 91.0 lb/ft3, respectively. Gs 5 2.65. What would be the relative density of the same sand compacted to a void ratio of 0.625?

The maximum and minimum unit weights of a granular soil are 117.1 lb/ft3 and 91.0 lb/ft3, respectively. Gs 5 2.65. What would be the relative density of the same sand compacted to a void ratio of 0.625?

Principles of Geotechnical Engineering (MindTap Course List)

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Author:Braja M. Das, Khaled Sobhan

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Chapter6: Soil Compaction

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Problem 6.12P

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