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Site Characterization
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What is the primary purpose of site characterization in geotechnical engineering?
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To determine the suitability of a site for a proposed development
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Site characterization is conducted to gather information about the subsurface conditions at a site, which is essential for determining whether the site is suitable for the intended development and to design and construct geotechnical structures that are safe and reliable.