Why Is Grain Size Distribution Important?
The primary distinctive feature of mineral soil is the grain size of the individual particles. The determination of the grain size is the first step in the designation- and classification process of a certain type of soil.
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Soil grain sizes from 0 – 0.16 in (4 mm) [Source: STEIN Ingenieure GmbH]
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Soil grain sizes from 0.16 in (4 mm) – 1 in (25 mm) [Source: STEIN Ingenieure GmbH]
