The values of the minimum (emin) and maximum void ratio (emax) for a sample of pure silica sand were found to be 0.42 and 0.67, respectively. The specific gravity of solids (Gs) for the sand is 2.69. a. What is the corresponding range in dry unit weights? b. What is the corresponding range in the saturated unit weights? c. If a relative density (Dr) of 78% is desired, what will be the moisture content associated with full saturation?

The values of the minimum (emin) and maximum void ratio (emax) for a sample of pure silica sand were found to be 0.42 and 0.67, respectively. The specific gravity of solids (Gs) for the sand is 2.69. a. What is the corresponding range in dry unit weights? b. What is the corresponding range in the saturated unit weights? c. If a relative density (Dr) of 78% is desired, what will be the moisture content associated with full saturation?

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