NCEES Civil PE Specification Materials: Soil Classification
Problem
A soil sample from a site has the following characteristics:
The soil has a sand-like appearance with traces of gravel. Using the USCS classification chart and the Plasticity Chart (ASTM D 2487, Section 3.7.2 of Reference Handbook), what is the dual symbol for the soil classification?
Assume the sample has greater than 12% fines.
The liquid limit (LL) is 25%.
The plastic limit (PL) is 19%.
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