Civil Engineering Which of the following statements is true for lightly over-consolidated clays in a consolidated drained (CD) triaxial test?

Q: What is the overconsolidation rate? Explain the difference between normal consolidated clay and…

A: Overconsolidation rate- It is defined as the ratio of maximum applies stress in past to the maximum…

Q: Write down basic properties of any two type of the typical clay.

A: Following are the two types of clay: Quartz Kaolinite Following are the properties of quartz: It…

Q: How do fireclays differ from surface clays?

A: Surface clays are obtained from the surface of the earth using the process of strip mining, while…

Q: What are the purposes of site investigation A sample of clay has liguid limit of 62% and plasticity…

A: The following are the purpose of soil investigation:- Identification of the type of soil…

Q: Two near-surface strata of the same soft clay are to be consolidated. In one the consolidation is to…

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Q: Why does the Highly plastic clays are not recommended for use?

A: The measure of plasticity of soil is termed as plasticity index. When the plasticity index is higher…

Q: Define the factors which cause the compressibility of clays?

A: Answer Soil compressibility is known as the decrease in volume of the soil due to the load or other…

Q: Define Triaxial Tests can be applied on sands and clays ? Define how ?

A: This test is conducted on soil and is part of geotechnical engineering.

Q: True or false

A: Liquefication is a term used for a soil when soil looses all its shear strength . This condition…