Civil Engineering MCQJE Level Civil Engineering
According to Terzaghi one-dimensional consolidation theory, the degree of consolidation U at time factor Tv = 0.197 is approximately:
Soil MechanicsTerzaghi Consolidation TheoryMEDIUM
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A
10%
B
50%
C
90%
D
25%
Correct Answer
B. 50%
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Terzaghi consolidation: Tv = pi/4 * (U%)^2 / 10000 for U < 60%. At U=50%: Tv = pi/4 * (50)^2 / 10000 = 0.196 approximately 0.197. At U=90%: Tv = 0.848. The time factor Tv = Cv*t/Hd^2 (Cv = coefficient of consolidation, Hd = drainage path = H/2 for doubly drained layer).
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