Practice Specific Gravity and Water Absorption (IS 2386 Part III) - 5.4.2 | 5. Aggregates – Properties, Grading, Testing | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 1
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5.4.2 - Specific Gravity and Water Absorption (IS 2386 Part III)

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does specific gravity measure?

💡 Hint: Think about how it compares to water.

Question 2

Easy

What is water absorption expressed as?

💡 Hint: Remember how we measure the weight before absorbing water.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What does specific gravity tell us about aggregates?

  • It indicates porosity
  • It indicates compressive strength
  • It indicates density

💡 Hint: Consider how weight relates to volume.

Question 2

True or False: Water absorption directly affects the water-cement ratio.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about the role of aggregates in concrete.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

If an aggregate sample weighs 80 kg in air and 60 kg when submerged in water, calculate its specific gravity.

💡 Hint: Use the formula for specific gravity involving the buoyant force.

Question 2

Discuss the implications of using aggregates with a water absorption of 5% in a concrete mix intended for high durability structures.

💡 Hint: Consider the importance of maintaining a correct water-cement ratio.

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