2.5 - Testing of Aggregates
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What is the main purpose of sieve analysis in aggregate testing?
💡 Hint: Think about how you sort ingredients.
What does the Aggregate Impact Value test measure?
💡 Hint: Consider how a rock might break under sudden pressure.
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What does the Sieve Analysis test primarily determine?
💡 Hint: What do we always check for in baking?
True or False: The Aggregate Crushing Value test measures the impact resistance of aggregates.
💡 Hint: Consider how we assess structures under load.
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Consider a scenario where the Aggregate Impact Value of tested aggregates is found to be too low. Discuss the potential impact on the concrete's performance and suggest alternatives.
💡 Hint: Think about how aggregates react under stress over time.
If it is discovered that the aggregates are prone to alkali-silica reactivity after conducting the ASR test, detail the strategies that can be employed in the project to ensure concrete longevity.
💡 Hint: Consider various materials that might reduce harmful reactions.
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