4.7.3 - Portland Slag Cement (PSC)
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Practice Questions
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What does PSC stand for?
💡 Hint: Look for what type of cement incorporates blast furnace byproducts.
Name one advantage of using PSC.
💡 Hint: Think about the heat generated when cement mixes with water.
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What is the primary benefit of Portland Slag Cement?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens during hydration.
True or False: PSC is only suitable for dry environments.
💡 Hint: Think about its sulfate resistance.
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Describe a scenario where using ordinary Portland cement may lead to structural failure in coastal environments while PSC would succeed.
💡 Hint: Focus on the conditions of coastal construction.
Explain the long-term benefits of using PSC in mass concrete placements over a decade.
💡 Hint: Consider what happens to heat and stress in large pours.
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