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The engineering-geological characteristics and classification of the major superficial soils of the Niger Delta
Abstract A study of the engineering geological properties, distribution and classification of the major superficial soils of the Niger Delta was carried out as part of a study programme to provide the much needed information and data for the infrastructural development of the region. Four major superficial soil groups were recognized on the basis of similarity in geotechnical, geological and geomorphological characteristics. The soils are generally fine grained and their geotechnical properties revealed that they are essentially clays with varying proportions of sand, silt and organic matter. The clay, silt and organic contents increase seawards. The values of the various geotechnical parameters are mainly influenced by the amounts of clay (and/or sand) and organic matter.
The engineering-geological characteristics and classification of the major superficial soils of the Niger Delta
Abstract A study of the engineering geological properties, distribution and classification of the major superficial soils of the Niger Delta was carried out as part of a study programme to provide the much needed information and data for the infrastructural development of the region. Four major superficial soil groups were recognized on the basis of similarity in geotechnical, geological and geomorphological characteristics. The soils are generally fine grained and their geotechnical properties revealed that they are essentially clays with varying proportions of sand, silt and organic matter. The clay, silt and organic contents increase seawards. The values of the various geotechnical parameters are mainly influenced by the amounts of clay (and/or sand) and organic matter.
The engineering-geological characteristics and classification of the major superficial soils of the Niger Delta
Akpokodje, Enuvie G. (author)
Engineering Geology ; 23 ; 193-211
1986-03-26
19 pages
Article (Journal)
Electronic Resource
English
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