Practice Deleterious Materials Test (IS 2386 Part II) - 5.4.11 | 5. Aggregates – Properties, Grading, Testing | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 1
K12 Students

Academics

AI-Powered learning for Grades 8–12, aligned with major Indian and international curricula.

Professionals

Professional Courses

Industry-relevant training in Business, Technology, and Design to help professionals and graduates upskill for real-world careers.

Games

Interactive Games

Fun, engaging games to boost memory, math fluency, typing speed, and English skills—perfect for learners of all ages.

5.4.11 - Deleterious Materials Test (IS 2386 Part II)

Enroll to start learning

You’ve not yet enrolled in this course. Please enroll for free to listen to audio lessons, classroom podcasts and take practice test.

Learning

Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What are deleterious materials?

💡 Hint: Think about materials that you wouldn't want in your concrete mix.

Question 2

Easy

Name a few examples of deleterious materials.

💡 Hint: Consider common materials found in soil.

Practice 4 more questions and get performance evaluation

Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is the main purpose of the Deleterious Materials Test?

  • To measure aggregate size
  • To identify harmful substances in aggregates
  • To assess the thermal conductivity of aggregates

💡 Hint: Focus on what characteristic we want to ensure in construction.

Question 2

True or False: Organic impurities can delay the hydration of cement.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider how organic matter influences chemical reactions in concrete.

Solve 1 more question and get performance evaluation

Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Create a plan for a construction site that details how you would test aggregates for deleterious materials. Include the steps and equipment needed.

💡 Hint: Think about the order and logic of testing processes.

Question 2

Discuss the potential risks associated with using aggregates with high levels of deleterious materials. What remedial actions could be taken?

💡 Hint: Focus on both immediate and long-term impacts of poor material choices.

Challenge and get performance evaluation