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Figure 3-15: British Pendulum Tester
xi. Sieve analysis
In the sieve analysis, a sample dry aggregate of known weight is separated through a
series of sieves with progressively smaller opening. Once separated, the weight of
particles retained on each sieve is measured and compared to the total sample weight.
Particle size distribution is then expressed as a percent retained by weight on each sieve
size. Result is usually expressed in tabular or graphical format.
Figure 3-16: Sieve analysis (Source: W.S. Tylor Corp.)
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