Ψ in Problem Set 2

Similar to Maja's response above, I cannot directly answer your question without giving you the answer. However, I can help clarify the question. In part b) of question #2 you are being asked to compare the two tables, and based on the direction of flow, indicate which table you think is before a rain event, and which table (I or II) is immediately following a rainfall event. In your answer think about the total potential values at different depths, and what the direction of flow suggestions. Beyond that,Re I cannot confirm whether or not your answer above is correct.

In Question 5c) - You are on the right track. If you know the pore volume (units?), how might you figure out how many cm3 this is in this soil sample? For the definition of bulk density, please see you lecture notes.

Question 6 - I am happy to answer a specific question as long as you are not asking me to 1) confirm whether or not your answer is correct or 2) to answer the question asked in the assignment. For this question, think about thermal properties and how they would vary if the soil were compacted. Then based on that you make deduce your answer.