a. determine the effective size D10 b. determine the coefficient of curvature A sample of dry coarse-grained material was taken through a layer of sieves and the following results were obtained. Make the necessary calculations and draw the particle distribution curve. Mass of soil Sieve No. Opening (mm) retained (g) 4 4.75 10 2.00 40 20 0.85 60 40 0.425 89 60 0.250 140 80 0.180 122 100 0.150 210 200 0.075 56 Pan 12

a. determine the effective size D10 b. determine the coefficient of curvature A sample of dry coarse-grained material was taken through a layer of sieves and the following results were obtained. Make the necessary calculations and draw the particle distribution curve. Mass of soil Sieve No. Opening (mm) retained (g) 4 4.75 10 2.00 40 20 0.85 60 40 0.425 89 60 0.250 140 80 0.180 122 100 0.150 210 200 0.075 56 Pan 12

Structural Analysis

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Author:KASSIMALI, Aslam.

Publisher:KASSIMALI, Aslam.

Chapter2: Loads On Structures

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