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In what type of soils is the seepage force always acting in the direction of flow?
In what type of soils is the seepage force always acting in the direction of flow?
- Non-homogeneous soils
- Cohesive soils
- Isotropic soils (correct)
- Anisotropic soils
When does soil lose its shear strength according to the text?
When does soil lose its shear strength according to the text?
- When the water table is above the soil surface
- When the water table is below the soil surface
- At low hydraulic gradients
- At high hydraulic gradients (correct)
In what type of soils is Quicksand condition usually observed?
In what type of soils is Quicksand condition usually observed?
- Fine sands (correct)
- Clays
- Fine silts
- Coarse sands
Why is Quicksand condition not observed in clays or fine silts?
Why is Quicksand condition not observed in clays or fine silts?
How is groundwater flow generally calculated in cases where flow is non-uniform over the area?
How is groundwater flow generally calculated in cases where flow is non-uniform over the area?
What type of boundaries have a velocity normal to the boundary of zero?
What type of boundaries have a velocity normal to the boundary of zero?
Which method relies on flow nets and analytical solutions for solving practical seepage problems?
Which method relies on flow nets and analytical solutions for solving practical seepage problems?
What kind of solution do Laplace's Equation and Flow Nets provide for flow through soils?
What kind of solution do Laplace's Equation and Flow Nets provide for flow through soils?
What type of boundaries involve known total head (h) in seepage problems?
What type of boundaries involve known total head (h) in seepage problems?
Which equation is used to describe the energy loss associated with flow through a medium?
Which equation is used to describe the energy loss associated with flow through a medium?
What must geotechnical engineers rely on for practical seepage problems with complex boundary conditions?
What must geotechnical engineers rely on for practical seepage problems with complex boundary conditions?
What is the change in hydraulic gradient Directrix 𝒅𝒚 for seepage through an earth dam?
What is the change in hydraulic gradient Directrix 𝒅𝒚 for seepage through an earth dam?
According to Darcy's law, what is the relationship between the flow at any section PQ and 𝒅𝒙 in two-dimensional flow?
According to Darcy's law, what is the relationship between the flow at any section PQ and 𝒅𝒙 in two-dimensional flow?
In the context of seepage through non-homogeneous soils, what does it mean when it is assumed that there is no resistance to flow in the more pervious soil?
In the context of seepage through non-homogeneous soils, what does it mean when it is assumed that there is no resistance to flow in the more pervious soil?
What type of solution is Laplace's Equation for 2D flow through soil mass under isotropic conditions?
What type of solution is Laplace's Equation for 2D flow through soil mass under isotropic conditions?
Why is a graphical solution in the form of a flow net not feasible for a non-Laplacian equation in seepage analysis?
Why is a graphical solution in the form of a flow net not feasible for a non-Laplacian equation in seepage analysis?
Can Laplace's equation be directly converted from an Anisotropic soil condition equation 𝒛 𝒙 𝒛 𝒙?
Can Laplace's equation be directly converted from an Anisotropic soil condition equation 𝒛 𝒙 𝒛 𝒙?
Flashcards
Isotropic Soils
Isotropic Soils
Soils where seepage force always acts in the direction of flow.
High Hydraulic Gradients
High Hydraulic Gradients
Condition where soils lose shear strength.
Quicksand Condition
Quicksand Condition
Observed in fine sands due to low cohesive forces.
Cohesive Forces
Cohesive Forces
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Flow Net
Flow Net
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Impermeable Boundaries
Impermeable Boundaries
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Analytical Solutions
Analytical Solutions
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Laplace's Equation
Laplace's Equation
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Flow Net Solutions
Flow Net Solutions
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Anisotropic Soil Conditions
Anisotropic Soil Conditions
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Darcy's Law
Darcy's Law
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Non-Homogeneous Soils
Non-Homogeneous Soils
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Graphical Solution (Flow Net)
Graphical Solution (Flow Net)
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Study Notes
- In isotropic soils, the seepage force always acts in the direction of flow.
- Quicksand condition occurs when the soil loses its shear strength and behaves like a viscous liquid.
- Quicksand condition is usually observed in fine sands or silts, but not in clays or coarse sands.
- Flow through soils is not always unidirectional and can vary over the entire area perpendicular to the flow.
- Groundwater flow is generally calculated using flow nets, which are based on Laplace's equation of continuity.
- Laplace's equation describes the energy loss associated with flow through a medium and is used to solve different kinds of flow problems.
- For complex seepage problems, graphical solutions like flow nets are often more convenient to use than analytical solutions.
- Seepage through non-homogeneous soils and anisotropic soils requires different approaches for analysis.
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Learn how to derive Laplace’s equation to analyze the flow of water through soil in soil mechanics. Understand the key assumptions involved, such as soil saturation, isotropy, homogeneity, and incompressibility.
