The relative compaction of the sand in the field is 94%. The maximum and minimum dry unit weights of the sand are 62.4 Įþ/ft3 and 48.2 Įb/ft3 respectively. For the field condition, determine the relative density of compaction.

The relative compaction of the sand in the field is 94%. The maximum and minimum dry unit weights of the sand are 62.4 Įþ/ft3 and 48.2 Įb/ft3 respectively. For the field condition, determine the relative density of compaction.

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Chapter2: Geotechnical Properties Of Soil

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The relative compaction of the sand in the field is 94%. The maximum and minimum dry unit
weights of the sand are 62.4 Įþ/ft3 and 48.2 Įb/ft3 respectively.
For the field condition, determine the relative density of compaction.

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