AS 1289.3.8.1:2017
Methods of testing soils for engineering purposes, Method 3.8.1: Soil classification tests — Dispersion — Determination of Emerson class number of a soil

Standard No.

AS 1289.3.8.1:2017

Release Date

2017

Published By

Standard Association of Australia （SAA）

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AS 1289.3.8.1:2017

Scope

Sets out the method for determining the Emerson class number of a soil. Soils are divided into seven classes on the basis of their coherence in water, with one further class being distinguished by the presence of calcium-rich minerals.

AS 1289.3.8.1:2017 history

• 2017 AS 1289.3.8.1:2017 Methods of testing soils for engineering purposes, Method 3.8.1: Soil classification tests — Dispersion — Determination of Emerson class number of a soil
• 1970 AS 1289.3.8.1:2006 Methods of testing soils for engineering purposes - Soil classification tests - Dispersion - Determination of Emerson class number of a soil