Question

In soil exploration, depth up to which increase in pressure likely to cause shear failure is known as

Answer 1

Answer:

Exploration in general should be carried out to a depth up to which the increase in pressure due to structural loading is likely to cause perceptible settlement or shear failure. Such a depth is known as significant depth.

Answer 2

In soil exploration, depth up to which increase in pressure likely to cause shear failure is known as the significant depth.

Explanation:

• In general, exploration should be carried out to a depth where the rise in pressure caused by structural stress is expected to generate noticeable failure or shear failure. This is referred to as the substantial depth.
• The goal of soil exploration is:

1. Determining the basic soil parameters that impact structural design and safety, such as compressibility, strength, and hydrological conditions.
2. Determining the extent and qualities of the building material.

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