Unlike gravel and sand, whose particles are roughly the same size in all three directions (i.e., equidimensional), clay particles are flat (plate-like or flakes). This particle shape makes clay an unstable soil that swells with the addition of water and shrinks when dry. Explain the cause of this phenomenon.
What will be an ideal response?
When water gets in between the plates (flakes), repulsive electrostatic forces are created between plates. This
increases the space between plates, causing swelling due to water retention. On drying, the water between plates
disappears and shrinkage results.
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Mixed format: 
(with a space between the whole number and the numerator)Fraction format: 
Reduce all fractions. Find the shortest length of 
-inch conduit from which the following pieces can be cut: 
inches,
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inches, 
inches, and 
inches. Allow 
inch for each saw cut.
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