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In Harvard miniature compaction test, the soil is compacted by _______

(a) vibration

(b) kneading action

(c) impact

(d) dynamic

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This interesting question is from Modified Proctor Test and Harvard Miniature Compaction Test in chapter Compaction of Geotechnical Engineering I

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Right answer is (b) kneading action

Explanation: In Harvard miniature compaction test, the soil is compacted by kneading action of a cylindrical tamping foot that has a diameter of 0.5 inch or 12.7 mm. The soil is compacted in small cylindrical mould.

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