Practice Abrasion Resistance (Los Angeles Abrasion Value - LAAV) - 5.2.2.3 | 5. Aggregates – Properties, Grading, Testing | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 1
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5.2.2.3 - Abrasion Resistance (Los Angeles Abrasion Value - LAAV)

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does LAAV stand for?

💡 Hint: Think about the location it is named after.

Question 2

Easy

Why is LAAV important in construction?

💡 Hint: Consider what happens to concrete under friction.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the maximum desirable LAAV for aggregates used in high-strength concrete?

  • 20%
  • 30%
  • 40%

💡 Hint: Remember the standard for quality in construction.

Question 2

True or False: A lower LAAV is better for concrete durability.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about the effects of wear on concrete over time.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Calculate the LAAV percentage if an initial weight of aggregates is 1000g and after the test, it weighs 970g. What does this indicate?

💡 Hint: Use the formula for LAAV calculation.

Question 2

Explain how selecting an aggregate with a LAAV of 35% could potentially impact a highway's longevity.

💡 Hint: Consider long-term traffic and environmental effects on high-exposure areas.

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