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4.2. Hydration of Cement
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What is hydration in the context of cement?
Hint
Focus on the main components involved.
- 2.
Name the primary product of hydration.
Hint
Think about what provides the most strength.
- 3.
What happens during the initial hydrolysis phase of cement hydration?
Hint
Think about the very first interaction with water.
- 4.
True or False: Calcium hydroxide contributes directly to the strength of concrete.
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- False
Hint
Recollect its main role.
- 5.
A construction manager is overseeing a massive concrete pour for a building foundation. Describe the steps she needs to take to monitor the heat of hydration.
Hint
Think about what happens if the temperature rises too much.
- 6.
Evaluate the consequences of excessive ettringite formation in concrete. What preventive measures can be adopted?
Hint
Reflect on the role of C₃A in hydration.
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