The unit weight, relative density, water content, and specific gravity of solids of a given sand are 17.98 kN/m3 62%, 7.6%, and 2.65, respectively. 1. If the minimum void ratio for this soil is 0.35, what would be its maximum void ratio? 2. What is its unit weight in the loosest condition?

The unit weight, relative density, water content, and specific gravity of solids of a given sand are 17.98 kN/m3 62%, 7.6%, and 2.65, respectively. 1. If the minimum void ratio for this soil is 0.35, what would be its maximum void ratio? 2. What is its unit weight in the loosest condition?

Principles of Foundation Engineering (MindTap Course List)

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Chapter5: Soil Improvement And Ground Modification

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The unit weight, relative density, water content, and specific gravity of solids
of a given sand are 17.98 kN/m3 62%, 7.6%, and 2.65, respectively.
1. If the minimum void ratio for this soil is 0.35, what would be its maximum
void ratio?
2. What is its unit weight in the loosest condition?

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