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Is geography related to civil engineering in any way?
Yes it is. Civil engineers work with the land, outdoors on construction sites, designing roads, ditches, bridges, and many forms of infrastructure. All of those topics are discussed in your average high school geography text book.
What happens if the dry density of soil is very low in relation to road construction?
Structural failure of roads and airfields and the damage caused by foundation settlement
What is a soil test for building construction?
There are a large number of soil tests related to construction:Particle Size Distribution test - finds the relative proportions of differing grain sizes within a soilAtterberg Limit test - used to establish the plasticity class of the soilCompaction test - used to find the optimum moisture content to achieve a maximum densityConsolidation / Oedometer testing - used to establish the settlement potential of a fine grained soil.Direct Shear test - used to measure the peak (and potentially residual) shear strengths of a soil. When tested at varying confining loads can be used to find the shear strength parameters Phi' and c'*Triaxial testing - used to find the elastic properties of the soil (Young's Modulus and Poisson's Ratio) along with the shear strength. These may be either drained or undrained tests.Constant and falling head permeability tests - used to establish the hydraulic conductivity / coefficient of permeability for coarse and fine grained soils respectively.*Note in the UK c' is assumed to be zero for design purposes, in other countries small non zero c' may be used.
What equipment do civil engineers use?
{| |- | Civil Engineers in today's world use computers and calculators. They validate plans and lay out the blueprints for the buildings and roads and other things being built. They rely heavily on surveys and soil samples in creation of their plans. Transits, laser range finders are also common tools. |}
What is the difference between engineering soil and other soil?
Engineering soil is when ground is prepared(engineered) for an specific purpose. Soil is dirty or ground naturally found on earth.By Oscar Venegas "Ozkhar"
What is the plural of soil?
The plural of soil test is soil tests. As in "soil tests were carried out at the incident site".
What is the plural of soil test?
The plural of soil test is soil tests. As in "soil tests were carried out at the incident site".
Why do the road on the bridge freeze quicker?
There are three main reasons why bridges freeze before roads. The first is that a bridge is exposed from below and above, unlike a roadway. Roads don't freeze over as quickly because they can take advantage of insulation and warmth from the soil below. Bridges, on the other hand, are beset with cold temperatures from all sides, which can cause them to ice over quickly. Bridges also freeze rapidly because many of them are located over cold spots, like frozen rivers or deep ravines. The third reason that bridges freeze before roads is their construction. The materials used in the core of a bridge are excellent heat conductors. As a result, they draw heat out from the inside of the bridge, transferring it to the surface where it is quickly lost when ambient temperatures are very cold. Bridges often quickly reach the general air temperature, so when the thermometer reads 32 degrees Fahrenheit (0 degrees Celsius), the bridge will freeze .
What is a soil stabilizer used for?
The name may be misleading. They are used for the construction of new roads. They act as a concrete mixer by mixing the soil with a binding agent in order to pave the way for new roads to be built.
What information does a soil test give you?
The pH of the soil (acid or alkaline) the percentage of organic matter, and the level of nutrients are basic tests for GARDENING. For Construction, there are different tests including the size of soil particles, and the ability of soil to support weight, and how well it sticks to itself (cohesion)
Why do bridges ice faster than roads in winter?
Ground retains some heat, so a road surface on soil stays warmer. A bridge deck is exposed to cold air on the top and the bottom, so it will lose heat faster and reach freezing tempratures sooner.
What covers roads with rocks and soil making it impossible to cross?
Landslides perhaps ?
What has the author William H McCredie written?
William H. McCredie has written: 'The relation of soil to base rock on logging roads' -- subject(s): Roads, Foundations, Forest roads, Design and construction
How do farmers maintain the fertility of soil?
By regularly doing soil tests and using the results of the tests farmers can regulate the fertility of the soil. In some cases this could be through applying fertilizer, rotating livestock, and even leaving ground cover to increase organic matter.
Is geography related to civil engineering in any way?
Yes it is. Civil engineers work with the land, outdoors on construction sites, designing roads, ditches, bridges, and many forms of infrastructure. All of those topics are discussed in your average high school geography text book.
What is the mineral composition of a residual soil?
The mineral composition of a residual soil differs and can be determined by X-ray diffraction (XRD) tests
What are the advantages of conducting an experiment on undisturbed soil sample compared to disturbed soil sample?
A disturbed sample is one in which the structure of the soil has been changed sufficiently that tests of structural properties of the soil will not be representative of in-situ conditions, and only properties of the soil grains (e.g., grain size distribution, Atterberg limits, and possibly the water content) can be accurately determined. An undisturbed sample is one where the condition of the soil in the sample is close enough to the conditions of the soil in-situ to allow tests of structural properties of the soil to be used to approximate the properties of the soil in-situ.
