Question: The following data was obtained from a single loading increment of 5 0 kPa during an oedometer test on soil sample. The sample thickness was

The following data was obtained from a single loading increment of 50kPa
during an oedometer test on soil sample. The sample thickness was 20mm
ONLY ANSWER THIS Q (value of cv =0.85 m2/yr)
using the value for cv calculated in Part 1 determine the
time for 90% consolidation of the 3m thick clay layer shown in the figure
below, where a relatively impermeable embankment is to be constructed
on top of the clay layer.
The following data was obtained from a single

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