Table 1 The considered tests and their references.
From: The influence of Bentonite content on the properties of its mixture with Kaolinite
Category | Test | Parameters | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
Classification | Consistency (or Atterberg) limits | Liquid limit (LL) Plastic Limit (PL) Plasticity Index (PI) | ASTM D4318-0527 |
| Â | Hydrometer | Specific surface area (SSA) Clay content (C) Activity Index (A) | ASTM D7928-2128 |
Compaction | Modified Proctor | Max. dry density (MDD) Optimum moisture content (OMC) | ASTM D1557-1229 |
Physical | Specific gravity | Specific gravity (Gs) | ASTM D854-1430 |
Swelling | Free swelling | Free swelling percent (FS) | ASTM D5890-1031 |
