How Grain Size Influences Lime and Cement Use in Soil Stabilization
Автор: Lime Association of Texas
Загружено: 2025-09-03
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In this episode of Lime Time in Texas, Dale Rand, Executive Director of the Lime Association of Texas, breaks down the essentials of soil stabilization by explaining the critical role of soil grain size. Learn how different soil types—clay, sand, silt, and loam—affect strength, cohesion, drainage, and plasticity, and discover why lime or Portland cement are the preferred stabilizers for various soils. Whether you're involved in construction or agriculture, this episode offers practical insights into making the right soil stabilization choices for Texas projects.
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Chapters:
0:00 – Introduction to Soil Stabilization
0:19 – Understanding Soil Grain Size
1:13 – The Soil Pyramid and Soil Types
2:06 – Characteristics of Clay and Sandy Soils
3:54 – Choosing the Right Stabilizer: Lime vs. Portland Cement
4:36 – Challenges with Silty Soils
8:25 – Best Practices for Soil Stabilization
11:23 – Summary and Final Advice
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