A layered soil has the following: Top layer has the FC = 40%, PWP = 18% and depth = 50 cm. Initial water content = 26% by volume and PAD = 35%. Bottom layer has FC = 38%, PWP = 20% and depth = 60 cm. Actual water content = 30% by volume, PAD = 55%. Find the required depth of irrigation. Also, for each layer, show whether the irrigation was applied on time or not?

A layered soil has the following: Top layer has the FC = 40%, PWP = 18% and depth = 50 cm. Initial water content = 26% by volume and PAD = 35%. Bottom layer has FC = 38%, PWP = 20% and depth = 60 cm. Actual water content = 30% by volume, PAD = 55%. Find the required depth of irrigation. Also, for each layer, show whether the irrigation was applied on time or not?

Fundamentals of Geotechnical Engineering (MindTap Course List)

5th Edition

ISBN:9781305635180

Author:Braja M. Das, Nagaratnam Sivakugan

Publisher:Braja M. Das, Nagaratnam Sivakugan

Chapter6: Hydraulic Conductivity

Section: Chapter Questions

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