Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering - Engineering

Q1:

The shear resistance of a soil is con-tituted basically of the following component.

A The frictional resistance to translocation between the individual soil particles at their contact point

B To the structural relation to displacement of the soil because of the interlocking of the particles

C Cohesion and adhesion between the surfaces of the soil particles

D All the above.

ANS:D - All the above.

1. Frictional resistance (internal friction angle).
2. Interlock resistance.
3. Cohesion.
4. Shear strength of particles.