Definition of Compaction curve (Proctor curve, moisture-density curve)

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Compaction curve (Proctor curve, moisture-density curve)

The term 'Compaction curve (Proctor curve, moisture-density curve)' as it applies to the area of reclamation can be defined as ' The curve showing the relationship between the dry density (dry unit weight) and the moisture content of a soil for a given compactive effort'.

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