Schedule of properties and availability of stones for construction purposes, Part IV: Karnataka states Sections (1 to 3)
IS 7779 Part 4 Sections 1 to 3 (1996) provides a comprehensive schedule of the properties and availability of natural building stones specifically for Karnataka State. It includes detailed geological classification, quarry locations, and engineering properties such as strength, porosity, water absorption, and durability of stones and stone aggregates. This standard is essential for engineers, architects, and construction professionals involved in selecting and utilizing natural stones for construction within Karnataka.
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Overview
What This Standard Covers
IS 7779 Part 4 Sections 1 to 3 (1996) provides a comprehensive schedule of the properties and availability of natural building stones specifically for Karnataka State. It includes detailed geological classification, quarry locations, and engineering properties such as strength, porosity, water absorption, and durability of stones and stone aggregates. This standard is essential for engineers, architects, and construction professionals involved in selecting and utilizing natural stones for construction within Karnataka.
Audience
Who Uses This Standard
Civil Engineers
Structural Engineers
Architects
Construction Managers
Geologists
Material Testing Laboratories
Quarry Operators
Contents
Key Topics Covered
✓Geological classification of building stones in Karnataka
✓Locations and availability of stone quarries
✓Physical and engineering properties of natural stones
✓Compressive strength of building stones
✓Transverse and shear strength testing methods
✓Porosity and water absorption characteristics
✓Durability and weathering resistance of stones
✓Properties of stone aggregates for construction
✓Standardized test methods referenced (IS 1121, IS 1122, IS 1123, IS 1124, IS 1125, IS 1126)
✓Colour classification of stones
✓True and apparent specific gravity determination
✓Impact of weathering on stone properties
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Table of Contents
1Scope▼
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2References▼
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3Availability of Stones (Section 1)▼
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4Engineering Properties of Building Stones (Section 2)▼
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5Engineering Properties of Stone Aggregates (Section 3)▼
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6Test Methods for Compressive Strength▼
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7Test Methods for Transverse Strength▼
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8Test Methods for Shear Strength▼
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9Determination of Specific Gravity▼
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10Determination of Porosity and Water Absorption▼
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11Determination of Weathering and Durability▼
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12Geological Classification and Texture▼
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13Colour Classification of Stones▼
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14Schedule of Properties of Stones Available in Karnataka▼
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15Annexes and Committee Information▼
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