Particle size distribution - soil compaction, Civil Engineering

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Particle Size Distribution (Gradation):

The particle size distribution is determined by passing the aggregates through a set of standard IS sieves (Figure) and determining the percentage passing the sieve.

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Figure: Sieve Analysis of an Aggregate Sample

The result is expressed as in Table below.

Table: Typical Gradation of Aggregates

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Generally, coarse aggregates are those that are retained substantially on 4.75 mm sieve, and fine aggregates are those passing substantially 4.75 mm sieve.


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