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What are some other uses of soil besides farming and agriculture?
What are some other uses of soil besides farming and agriculture?
Soil can be used as a building material in construction.
Why is understanding the soil beneath a construction site important?
Why is understanding the soil beneath a construction site important?
A structure's integrity depends on the base it stands on.
What are some common soil types used for building houses?
What are some common soil types used for building houses?
Clay and silt are commonly used soil types for building houses.
What is a common ingredient in concrete used in construction?
What is a common ingredient in concrete used in construction?
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Why are clay and silt preferred for building houses?
Why are clay and silt preferred for building houses?
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What is the importance of soil in construction?
What is the importance of soil in construction?
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What is the role of soil in building integrity?
What is the role of soil in building integrity?
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What is the significance of understanding the soil beneath a construction site?
What is the significance of understanding the soil beneath a construction site?
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Why do many houses across the globe use clay or silt as building materials?
Why do many houses across the globe use clay or silt as building materials?
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How are clay and silt packed to build houses?
How are clay and silt packed to build houses?
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