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In a consolidation test, what is the purpose of calculating the height of solids in the soil specimen?
In a consolidation test, what is the purpose of calculating the height of solids in the soil specimen?
- To determine the initial void ratio (correct)
- To calculate the area of the specimen
- To analyze the change in void ratio with pressure
- To estimate the dry mass of the specimen
Which equation is used to calculate the initial height of voids in a soil specimen for a consolidation test?
Which equation is used to calculate the initial height of voids in a soil specimen for a consolidation test?
- Equation (11.7)
- Equation (11.6)
- Equation (11.4)
- Equation (11.5) (correct)
What does the specific gravity of soil solids represent in the calculation of the height of solids in a consolidometer?
What does the specific gravity of soil solids represent in the calculation of the height of solids in a consolidometer?
- Mass of soil solids compared to water (correct)
- Density of water
- Unit weight of water
- Dry mass of the specimen
How is the initial void ratio, eo, calculated for a specimen undergoing consolidation?
How is the initial void ratio, eo, calculated for a specimen undergoing consolidation?
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What does the calculation for ΔH1 represent in a consolidation test?
What does the calculation for ΔH1 represent in a consolidation test?
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Why is it important to calculate the height of solids in a consolidometer?
Why is it important to calculate the height of solids in a consolidometer?
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Which parameter helps in calculating the height of solids in a soil specimen?
Which parameter helps in calculating the height of solids in a soil specimen?
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