The Effects of Electrolytes on the Liquid Limit of Clay
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.11113/mjce.v11.15619Abstract
The liquid limit of clay treated with e lectrolytes were investigated and examined
with respect to electrolyte types and concentration , time-dependent effects, and
mineralogy Of clay. The findings indicated that the types and concentration of
ele ctrolytes in the pore fluid of clay have a marked effect on the liquid limit of
clay. Ageing has a pronoun ced effect on the liquid limit, particularly for clay
treated with cemen ting agents.
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