Foundation Design: Principles and Practices (3rd Edition)
3rd Edition
ISBN: 9780133411898
Author: Donald P. Coduto, William A. Kitch, Man-chu Ronald Yeung
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 5, Problem 5.14QPP
A sandy soil has 0.03 percent sulfates. Evaluate the potential for sulfate attack of concrete exposed to this soil and recommend preventive design measures, if needed.
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