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Download Solution PDFWhich one of the following is an advantage when geotextiles is used in road works?
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- Geotextiles are large sheets that save our earth soil in rainy days & binds strongly.
- It is mostly used for filtration and separation in the road constructions. It protects from migration of small gravels & sand aggregates.
- Geotextiles are thin & strong membrane fabric which is used to reinforce soil & prevent from damage.
Advantages of Geotextiles
- It improve & stability and decreases the process of wind & water erosion.
- It helps to prevent the erosion of soil but allows the water to drain off.
- A geotextiles made from synthetic or natural fibers associated with soil thin pieces.
- It improves soil characteristics such as Friction or movement restraint, Support of loads and Changes in bearing failure plane.
- They are lighter in weight which makes it easier handling and laying on site.
- Transport and labor costs are less in real terms.
- Knitted geotextiles have a high tear strength.
Additional InformationDisadvantages of Geotextiles
- Installation of geotextile is critical and requires experienced contactors.
- These may delay seed germination, due to reduction in soil temperature.
- Geotextiles have maximum flow rate.
- Not suitable for areas that have foot traffic.
Last updated on Jul 2, 2025
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