Discuss 5 ways of improving the structural quality of a arable soil in Ghana

Q: Classify the following soils by the AASHTO classification system: Soil A Soil B Soil C Percent finer…

A: For soil A:  The percentage passing is having less than 35 for number 200 sieve,which is satisfying…

Q: When a soil pH is above neutral, what element most likely is to be used to reduce soil pH?

A: Mostly compounds containing the element sulfur are used to intentionally reduce soil pH. Elemental…

Q: Help me and show me the steps to Classify the soil by the AASHTO system.

A: The objective of the question is to classify the given soil sample using the AASHTO (American…

Q: A soil is described as a “Silty clay, trace to some sand, trace fine gravel and cobbles”. Describe…

A: According to the description, the soil is mostly silty clay with trace quantities of sand, fine…

Q: What are the 2 or 3 main problems with saline/ sodic soils?

A: The main objective of this question is to identify and explain the primary issues associated with…

Q: Problem 3 Classify the soil based on USDA textural classification Particle Size Distribution (%)…

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Q: List the soil types included in the coarse-grain category and the fine-grain category and the reason…

A: Classification of soil is the division of soil into groups with similar characteristics and probably…

Q: Classify the following soils by the AASHTO classification system. Description Soil A Soil B Soil C…

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Q: Determine how swamp and marsh deposits help in formation of soil?

A: Swampy conditions may occur in poorly drained and humid regions, forming soil which is dominated by…

Q: Plot the data given below on the USDA textural triangle and determine correct textural class of each…

A: Plot the sand, clay and silt values respectively in the USDA textural triangle for the soil samples.

Q: 1. What are the primary phases of soil and how do their proportions affect soil properties?

A: Soil is a mixture of various constituents composed of solid particles, water, and air which interact…

Q: Classify the following soils by the Unified (USCS) and AASHTO methods. Where necessary, assume CU =7…

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Q: Soil A B No. 4 91 85 % Finer No. 200 58 32 Liquid Limit 30 25 Plastic Limit 12 19 Uniformity…

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Q: 1. Discuss the factors influencing soil compaction and the methods used to achieve desired…

A: Soil compaction is a vital process in construction that boosts soil density by eliminating air…

Q: The shear strength of soils, it is common to consider the two major categories of soil types. Name…

A: Shear strength of soil is considered as an important property of soil. It is defined as the maximum…

Q: How did you determine the Nc, Nq, and Nr value for each type of soil?

A: Terzaghi bearing capacity equation is as follows,In this equation, Nc, Nq, Nr are the bearing…