Atterberg limits testing in Guyana.
Atterberg limits describe how a clay or silt behaves as its moisture changes, which decides whether it is suitable as fill or sub-grade.
What it measures
Liquid limit, plastic limit, and the plasticity index between them.
Used for
- Classifying fine-grained soils
- Judging suitability of fill and sub-grade material
- Supporting foundation and pavement design