Civil Engineering - UPSC Civil Service Exam Questions - Discussion

Discussion Forum : UPSC Civil Service Exam Questions - Section 3 (Q.No. 28)
28.
Following data are given for two soil samples A and B :
Sample A : Void ratio = 1, total volume = 1 m3
Sample B : Void ratio = 2, total volume = 1 m3.
The two samples are mixed and compacted in a mould to a volume of 1 m3. Which one of the following figures correctly indicates the porosity of the compacted soil ?
17%
54%
60%
83%
Answer: Option
Explanation:
No answer description is available. Let's discuss.
Discussion:
14 comments Page 2 of 2.

Deepak said:   6 years ago
Here Vs = Vtotal/(1+e).
(2)

Deepak said:   6 years ago
Here Vs = Vtotal/(1+e).

Chhaya said:   8 years ago
Thanks @ Mayank.

Dolly said:   7 years ago
How you get Vs?
(1)


Post your comments here:

Your comments will be displayed after verification.