3-lf the time needed for 50% consolidation of a 2-in clay specimen (single drainage) in the laboratory=2 min, how many days will it take for a 12-ft thick clay layer (with sand on top, and bottom) in the field to undergo 90% consolidation under the same pressure increment?

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3-lf the time needed for 50% consolidation of a 2-in clay specimen (single drainage) in the
laboratory=2 min, how many days will it take for a 12-ft thick clay layer (with sand on top, and
bottom) in the field to undergo 90% consolidation under the same pressure increment?
Transcribed Image Text:3-lf the time needed for 50% consolidation of a 2-in clay specimen (single drainage) in the laboratory=2 min, how many days will it take for a 12-ft thick clay layer (with sand on top, and bottom) in the field to undergo 90% consolidation under the same pressure increment?
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