Question

Factor influencing compaction behaviour soil

Answer 1

There are different factors which affects compaction of soils. The effect of these factors on compaction of different types of soils is discussed.

Compaction of soil is a process of densification of soil by displacing air from the pores by applying external stress on soil at different moisture content.

Factors Affecting Compaction of Soil – Effect on Different Soil Types

Following the different factors affecting compaction of soil:

Water content

Amount of compaction

Types of soil

Methods of soil compaction