Soil mechanics miscellaneous


  1. The specific gravity and insitu void ratio of a soil deposit are 2.71 and 0.85 respectively. The value of the critical hydraulic gradient is









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    Critical hydraulic gradient,

    ic =
    G - 1
    1 + e

    =
    2.71 - 1
    = 0.924
    1 + 0.85

    Correct Option: C

    Critical hydraulic gradient,

    ic =
    G - 1
    1 + e

    =
    2.71 - 1
    = 0.924
    1 + 0.85