When does the procedure to assess the potential for site liquefaction to occur?

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When does the procedure to assess the potential for site liquefaction to occur?

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Site liquefaction:

“A Phenomenon or process whereby a partially saturated or fully saturated soil substantially loses its stiffness and strength in response to an applied stress, usually a sudden change in stress condition or earthquake shaking, causing soil to behave like a liquid” is called Soil Liquefaction or site liquefaction.

 

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