Upload NowIn this article we will discuss about:- 1. Meaning of Consolidation 2. Mechanics of Consolidation 3. Types of Clay Deposits (Consolidated Clay) 4. Pre-Consolidation Pressure 5. Ultimate Consolidation Settlement 6. Secondary Consolidation 7. Terzaghi’s Theory 8. Determination of Coefficient. Contents: Meaning of Consolidation Mechanics of Consolidation Types of Clay Deposits (Consolidated Clay) Pre-Consolidation Pressure in […]
Consolidation of Soil: Meaning and Mechanics, Types, Terzaghi’s Theory and Determination
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Cation Exchange: Factors & Importance | Soil Science
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In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Introduction to Cation Exchange 2. Cation Exchange Capacity (C.E.C.) of Soils 3. Factors Affecting Cation Exchange Capacity 4. Importance. Introduction to Cation Exchange: Cation exchange is a reversible process in which the cations are exchanged or interchanged between the solid and liquid phases or between the solid […]
Colloids: Meaning and Properties | Chemical Properties | Soil Science
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In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Meaning of Colloid 2. Properties of Colloid 3. Types 4. Soil Colloids. Meaning of Colloid: Graham (1861) divided the soluble substances into two classes—crystalloid and colloids depending on their power to diffuse through vegetable and animal membranes. Crystalline substances such as sugar, salt and urea which in […]