1.2 - Heat of Hydration
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Practice Questions
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What is the heat of hydration?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when cement mixes with water.
Name one compound that contributes to heat generation during hydration.
💡 Hint: Recall the acronyms 'C₃S' or 'C₃A' from our class.
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What is the heat of hydration?
💡 Hint: Focus on the reaction between cement and water.
True or False: High heat of hydration can lead to cracking in concrete.
💡 Hint: Recall our discussions on risks associated with heat.
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Design a cooling strategy for a large concrete structure expected to release significant heat during hydration. Consider environmental factors.
💡 Hint: Refer back to our discussions on cooling methods and environmental impacts.
Evaluate a scenario where an unexpected heat spike occurred during a bridge construction project. How would you respond to maintain structural integrity?
💡 Hint: Think about what proactive measures could have been established.
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