Assessment of the Properties of Fine Aggregates in Wudil, Nigeria

Abstract

The properties of fine aggregates from six sources (locations) commonly used for construction purposes in Wudil, Kano State were determined. Fine aggregates samples A, B, C and D were characterized as a zone II materials while samples E and F were characterized as zone IV. The fineness modulus of samples A, B, C and D were far above 3.0 indicating a coarser grading while those of samples E and F indicated a finer grading. The average specific gravities of the soil samples were found to be between 2.60 to 2.64 respectively which fall within the range of 2.4 – 2.9 as specified by (BS 882 2004). The average compacted bulk densities are between 1663.35kg/m3 to 1801.13kg/m3 and uncompacted (Loose) bulk densities are between 1065.34 kg/m3 to 1294.03 kg/m3 for all the fine aggregate samples. The deviation from the standard is reasoned to be due to sample disturbance.