Practice Hydration Products - 4.2.2 | 4. Cement – Chemical Composition, Hydration, and Physical Tests | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 1
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4.2.2 - Hydration Products

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the main hydration product that provides strength in concrete?

💡 Hint: It starts with 'C' and is the gel-like product.

Question 2

Easy

What does Ca(OH)₂ contribute to in concrete?

💡 Hint: Think of it like the protective layer for steel.

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Question 1

Which hydration product is mainly responsible for the strength of concrete?

  • Calcium Hydroxide
  • Ettringite
  • Calcium Silicate Hydrate

💡 Hint: It's the gel-like substance that binds aggregates.

Question 2

True or False: Calcium Hydroxide contributes to the strength of concrete.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about its protective role for steel.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Analyze how varying the amount of gypsum in cement can affect the hydration products and subsequent characteristics of concrete. What would happen in a real-world application?

💡 Hint: Consider the balance needed for effective hydration.

Question 2

A batch of concrete has shown signs of cracking after setting. Evaluate the role of hydration products in this phenomenon, specifically addressing the behavior of Ca(OH)₂ and Ettringite.

💡 Hint: Reflect on how improper product formations can cause unexpected complications.

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