Earth or Soil - Weight and Composition

Typical weight and composition of soil or earth

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Approximate Weight

Type of Soil Approximate Weight
(lb/ft3) (kg/m3)
Loose earth 75 1200
Rammed earth 100 1600

Typical Composition

Element Approximate Content (%)
Aluminum 6 - 10
Calcium 1 - 7
Iron 2 - 10
Magnesium 0.1 - 3
Oxygen 44 - 49
Potassium 1.5 - 3
Silicon 22 - 36
Sodium 2.4 - 2.5

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Related Topics

  • Material Properties Material properties - density, heat capacity, viscosity and more - for gases, fluids and solids

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