Soil Mechanics Wk 9

2. (Adj) _______ soil layers or discontinuities can affect the stability of excavations and slopes.
6. (Adj) A _______ wall is a structure used to hold back soil and prevent erosion.
9. (N) The _______ of soil slopes and foundations is crucial for the safety of structures built on them.
10. (N) _______ between soil particles influences the shear strength of soil and affects slope stability.
12. (N) The field of soil _______ deals with the behavior of earth materials under various conditions.
14. (Adj) The _______ depth of the soil layer may affect the stability of foundations.
16. (Adj) Certain soil particles, such as clay minerals, may have a _______ shape under a microscope.
18. (Adj) Some soil particles have an _______ arrangement, providing stability to the soil structure.
20. (N) A soil _______ is a single grain or fragment of mineral material.

1. (N) _______ is a phenomenon in which saturated soil loses its strength and behaves like a liquid during seismic events.
3. (N) The load-bearing _______ of soil refers to its ability to support structures without excessive settlement.
4. (Adj) Soil with a low density may exhibit _______ behavior, causing it to float in water.
5. (N) Theories and models in soil _______ provide simplified representations of complex geotechnical phenomena.
7. (N) Soil _______ can occur due to excessive loads, poor drainage, or other factors leading to instability.
8. (N) The _______ of clay soils is a result of their high water content and cohesive properties.
11. (Adj) _______ engineering focuses on the study of soil and rock behavior for civil engineering projects.
13. (N) The _______ of soil refers to its ability to stick together and resist shearing forces.
15. (Adj) The retaining wall showed signs of _______ due to lateral pressure exerted by the soil.
17. (V) Frost action can cause the soil to _______ upwards, leading to damage to pavements and structures.
19. (Adj) Soil is composed of _______ matter, including mineral grains, organic materials, and water.