4.2 - Common Admixture Materials
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What is an admixture?
💡 Hint: Think about how we improve ingredients in cooking.
Name a common type of admixture.
💡 Hint: These are often byproducts or industrial materials.
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What is the function of superplasticizers in concrete?
💡 Hint: Think about how they change the consistency.
True or False: Fly ash can only improve concrete's short-term properties.
💡 Hint: Consider the benefits it offers over time.
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You are designing a concrete mix for a bridge in a humid climate. What admixtures would you consider using and why?
💡 Hint: Think about how weather conditions impact the project.
An industrial client requires concrete with minimal shrinkage and cracking. Which admixtures would you recommend?
💡 Hint: Consider what properties are most critical in industrial applications.
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