Question

In Unconfined compression test of a soil, it is assumed that ______ moisture is lost.
1. no
2. 30%
3. 70%
4. 100%

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 1 : no

In UCS Test:

Special case of triaxial test in which confining pressure (σ₃) is zero. This test is undrained test.

In this test no cell pressure no rubber membrane required so this test is applicable for saturated clays and silts.

This test is also rapid test as compred to UU, CU, CO triaxial test. In this test, no moisture is lost.