Problem:
A sample of saturated clay weighs 1,350 g in its natural state and 975 g after drying. The specific gravity of the solids is 2.65.
Requirement:
Question: Calculate (a) water content, (b) void ratio, (c) porosity, (d) total mass density, and (e) dry mass density. Use units of kg/m3 for the densities
Note: Explain all steps comprehensively.