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Soil Densification Techniques

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What is the primary function of a crane-supported vibrating poker in soil densification?

To increase the water content of the soil
To compact and densify the soil (correct)
To increase the porosity of the soil
To reduce the friction between soil particles

What type of soil is most suitable for densification using a crane-supported vibrating poker?

Silty soils with intermediate cohesion
Sandy, non-cohesive soils (correct)
Clayey soils with high cohesion
Rocky soils with high friction

What is the primary advantage of using a crane-supported vibrating poker in soil densification?

Enhanced soil water retention
Reduced soil friction
Increased soil porosity
Improved soil density and strength (correct)

What is the role of vibration in soil densification using a crane-supported vibrating poker?

To compact the soil particles (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary limitation of using a crane-supported vibrating poker in soil densification?

It is not suitable for soils with high water content (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using permeable fabrics in soil applications?

To filter and drain water (B) Signup and view all the answers

What property of permeable fabrics makes them useful for soil reinforcement?

Their high tensile strength (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common application of permeable fabrics in soil protection?

Erosion control (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of using permeable fabrics in soil drainage?

Increased soil permeability (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of using permeable fabrics in soil separation?

Enhanced soil filtration (A) Signup and view all the answers

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Densifying sandy, non-cohesive soils using a crane-supported vibrating poker.

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