Practice Major Compounds in Cement (Bogue’s Compounds) - 4.1.1 | 4. Cement – Chemical Composition, Hydration, and Physical Tests | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 1
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4.1.1 - Major Compounds in Cement (Bogue’s Compounds)

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the primary role of Tricalcium Silicate in cement?

💡 Hint: Think about what is needed at the beginning of cement's curing.

Question 2

Easy

What does Dicalcium Silicate contribute to in cement?

💡 Hint: Consider the performance of concrete after a week.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

Which compound is primarily responsible for early strength in cement?

  • C₂S
  • C₃S
  • C₄AF

💡 Hint: Recall which compound hydrates fastest.

Question 2

True or False: Dicalcium Silicate reacts quickly with water.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about the timeline of strength gain.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Strategize how you would design a cement mix for a coastal structure, considering the proportions of Bogue's compounds.

💡 Hint: Balance the components based on the environmental exposure.

Question 2

Evaluate the balance of Bogue's compounds for mass concrete placement considering heat generation.

💡 Hint: Consider the hydration process and its exothermic attributes.

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