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Void ratio, dry density and degree of saturation of the soil.
Answer to Problem 1P
Explanation of Solution
Given information:
Concept used:
Calculation:
The dry density is determined using the formula
The void ratio is determined using the relation
Take, density of water as
The degree of saturation is determined using the relation
Conclusion:
The void ratio, dry density and degree of saturation of the soil is
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