All of the material excavated or loosened during digging the sand cone test hole should be _______________________.
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about the proper handling of material excavated or loosened during the sand cone test, specifically which option correctly describes how this material should be treated.
Answer
Place all excavated soil into a moisture container until its mass is determined.
The final answer is to place all excavated and loosened soil into a moisture container until the mass has been determined and a specimen is obtained for water content determination.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is to place all excavated and loosened soil into a moisture container until the mass has been determined and a specimen is obtained for water content determination.
More Information
In the sand cone test, it's critical to keep the test hole free from pockets, overhangs, and obtrusions, as these could affect test accuracy. All excavated material should be collected and used for the moisture content determination of the soil.
Tips
A common mistake is not placing the excavated material in a moisture container immediately, which could lead to inaccurate moisture content determination.
Sources
- Sand Cone Quiz - Quizlet - quizlet.com
- ASTM D1556/D1556M-15 - cdn.standards.iteh.ai
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