4 - Cement – Chemical Composition, Hydration, and Physical Tests
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Practice Questions
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What are the main compounds in cement?
💡 Hint: Think about Bogue's Compounds.
What does the soundness test measure?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens during hydration.
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What compound is responsible for early strength in cement?
💡 Hint: Focus on the compound with the fastest reaction.
Hydration of cement is an exothermic reaction.
💡 Hint: Recall what happens when water is added to cement.
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Design a test procedure to analyze the compressive strength of a new type of cement mortar. Include key points to consider.
💡 Hint: What standards guide the testing process?
Evaluate the impact of high humidity on the storage and performance of cement mixes. Propose mitigation strategies.
💡 Hint: Think about the physical characteristics of cement.
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