Soil Shear Strength Quiz

Shear strength of the soil

Shear strength is the maximum resistance of soil to shearing deformation.

Shear strength affects the stability of structures built on or in the soil.

<p>Low shear strength can lead to slope failures and foundation instability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Shear strength can be determined through laboratory tests like the direct shear test or triaxial compression test.</p> Signup and view all the answers