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Download Solution PDFThe type of soil stabilisation used to improve the properties of soil by altering its gradation is called _________.
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Mechanical stabilization of soil:
It is a method of stabilization in which the stability of soil is increased by changing the gradation of soil.
In order to get the desired grading of soil, soils with coarse particles or finer particles may be added or removed.
Mechanical stabilization is also known as granular stabilization.
Additional Information
Physical stabilization may be achieved by addition of:
1. Cement stabilisation
2. Lime stabilisation
3. Bitumen stabilisation
4. Chemical stabilisation
5. Resin stabilisation
Chemical stabilization may be achieved by addition of:
1. Calcium Chloride
2. Sodium Chloride
3. Sodium Silicate
4. Polymers
5. Chrome Lignin
6. Other Chemicals, etc.
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