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In a general way, the strength of a coarse-grained soil is related to the soil deposit's structure (or particle orientation) and void ratio (or density). What is this relationship?

   In a general way, the strength of a coarse-grained soil is related to the soil deposit's structure (or
particle orientation) and void ratio (or density). What is this relationship?

Essentials of soil mechanics and foundations : basic geotechnics

Essentials of soil mechanics and foundations : basic geotechnics

David F. McCarthy 7th Edition

Chapter 2, Problem 12

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A well-structured soil with particles arranged in a stable manner will generally have higher strength compared to a poorly structured soil with particles randomly distributed. Show more…

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In a general way, the strength of a coarse-grained soil is related to the soil deposit's structure (or particle orientation) and void ratio (or density). What is this relationship?

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