The volume and weight of a partially saturated clay sample are 185 cm3 and 362 g respectively. After drying in an oven its weight reduced to 326 g. If the natural void ratio of the soil was 0.54, determine the bulk density in kg/m3. a.1950 b.1760 c.1750 d.1960

The volume and weight of a partially saturated clay sample are 185 cm3 and 362 g respectively. After drying in an oven its weight reduced to 326 g. If the natural void ratio of the soil was 0.54, determine the bulk density in kg/m3. a.1950 b.1760 c.1750 d.1960

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