3.5 - Availability and Cost-effectiveness
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What are the main ingredients in concrete?
💡 Hint: Think about what you see when concrete is mixed.
Why is concrete often more economical than steel?
💡 Hint: Consider the manufacturing processes involved.
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What is the primary reason for concrete's cost-effectiveness?
💡 Hint: Think about where the materials come from.
True or False: Concrete requires extensive processing like steel.
💡 Hint: Consider the steps involved in making concrete versus steel.
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Design a budget plan for a small building using concrete. Include material costs, anticipated maintenance, and total expected expenses over 30 years.
💡 Hint: Think about how long concrete lasts compared to wood or steel structures.
Analyze how different climate conditions might impact concrete's cost-effectiveness in construction.
💡 Hint: Research the effects of humidity or freezing temperatures on concrete longevity.
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