Practice Infrared/Microwave Method - 5.4.10.3 | 5. Aggregates – Properties, Grading, Testing | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 1
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5.4.10.3 - Infrared/Microwave Method

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the primary purpose of the Infrared/Microwave Method?

💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between moisture and concrete mix design.

Question 2

Easy

Why is rapid moisture measurement important at construction sites?

💡 Hint: Consider the consequences of not adjusting the mix in time.

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Question 1

What does the Infrared/Microwave Method measure?

  • Air quality
  • Moisture content
  • Temperature

💡 Hint: Think about why moisture would be important in construction.

Question 2

True or False: The Infrared/Microwave Method is only suitable for laboratory conditions.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider where construction happens.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given that you are on-site and have the Infrared/Microwave Method at hand, but no traditional moisture meter, outline a plan for measuring moisture in aggregate and adjusting the concrete mix accordingly.

💡 Hint: Think of the steps: measure, calculate, and adjust.

Question 2

Discuss how the variability of aggregate materials might impact the effectiveness of the Infrared/Microwave Method.

💡 Hint: Reflect on the properties of aggregates.

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