4.4 - Storage and Handling of Cement
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What does it mean for a material to be hygroscopic?
💡 Hint: Think about how a sponge interacts with water.
Name a method to prevent moisture absorption in cement during storage.
💡 Hint: Consider what keeps our food fresh.
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What should be the maximum height to stack bags of cement?
💡 Hint: Think about how too much weight on something can change its shape.
True or False: Cement should be stored in airtight containers to prevent moisture ingress.
💡 Hint: Remember how you keep food fresh.
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A construction company has cement that has been stored for more than five months. Discuss the potential issues and how you would advise them to proceed.
💡 Hint: Think about how expiration affects products.
Evaluate the storage practices of two companies: one that stacks bags 15 high in a rainy area and one that stores in a moisture-proof container 5 high in a dry area. Discuss the long-term implications.
💡 Hint: Consider the impact of environmental conditions on materials.
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