In a consolidation test, what does the coefficient of consolidation (Cv) represe

In a consolidation test, what does the coefficient of consolidation (Cv) represent?

In a consolidation test, what does the coefficient of consolidation (Cv) represent?

Step 1: Understand that consolidation is the process where soil volume decreases when a load is applied.
Step 2: Know that the coefficient of consolidation (Cv) is a number that tells us how fast this volume change happens.
Step 3: Realize that a higher Cv means the soil will change volume quickly under a load, while a lower Cv means it will change slowly.
Step 4: Remember that Cv helps engineers predict how long it will take for the soil to settle after a load is added.

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