The following consolidation test data were obtained from undisturbed San Francisco Bay Mud. For this clay, LL

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The following consolidation test data were obtained from undisturbed San Francisco Bay Mud. For this clay, LL = 88, PL = 43, ρs = 2.70 Mg/m3 and w = 105.7%. Initially, the specimen height was 2.54 cm and its volume was 75.14 cm3. Plot the data as percent consolidation versus log pressure. Evaluate the pre-consolidation pressure and the modified virgin compression index.?

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An Introduction to Geotechnical Engineering

ISBN: 978-0132496346

2nd edition

Authors: Robert D. Holtz, William D. Kovacs, Thomas C. Sheahan

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