Practice - Requirements of Mixing Water
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Practice Questions
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What type of water is generally suitable for mixing concrete?
💡 Hint: Think about whether the water is safe for drinking.
What is the minimum pH value for mixing water?
💡 Hint: Consider how pH levels affect chemical reactions.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the primary reason for ensuring the mixing water is free from impurities?
💡 Hint: Think about the role of hydration.
True or False: A higher water-cement ratio generally leads to stronger concrete.
💡 Hint: Recall the relationship between strength and the ratio.
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Challenge Problems
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A contractor used river water known to contain high levels of organic matter in a concrete mix. Discuss potential issues that could arise from this decision.
💡 Hint: Consider the long-term effects of hydration quality.
Given a concrete mixture with a w/c ratio of 0.45 and 550 kg of cement, determine the mass of water needed to maintain the proper ratio and discuss how this impacts the concrete properties.
💡 Hint: Recall that the formula is straightforward for calculating water required.
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