5.2.1.7 - Voids Content
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What is voids content in aggregates?
💡 Hint: It relates to how much paste we need in a concrete mix.
How does the shape of aggregates affect voids content?
💡 Hint: Think about how tightly the pieces fit together.
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What does voids content represent in aggregates?
💡 Hint: Think about what it tells us regarding how densely packed the aggregates are.
True or False: A lower voids content requires more paste in concrete mixture.
💡 Hint: Consider the relationship between gaps and the paste required.
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You are provided with two types of aggregates: X (30% voids) and Y (15% voids). If a concrete mix requires an overall voids content of 20%, how would you mix the two aggregates to achieve the desired voids content?
💡 Hint: Remember the laws of averages in mixing different proportions and their voids.
Consider a scenario where aggregates are improperly packed leading to higher voids content than anticipated. Discuss the potential challenges this may cause in a structural concrete application.
💡 Hint: Think about how the voids could affect water interaction with the concrete.
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