Practice Procedure - 3.6 | 11. Compressive Strength Test | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 1
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Question 1

Easy

What is the main purpose of the compressive strength test?

💡 Hint: Think about the importance of load-bearing in structures.

Question 2

Easy

Name one equipment used in the flexural strength test.

💡 Hint: Remember the devices used to apply load during testing.

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Question 1

What is the formal definition of compressive strength?

  • A: Maximum load supported divided by surface area.
  • B: The resistance to bending.
  • C: The resistance to pulling.

💡 Hint: Think about which test measures resistance under pressure.

Question 2

The bond strength test is crucial for assessing which of the following?

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Remember the role of reinforcement in concrete structures.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

A concrete beam of size 150 mm x 150 mm x 700 mm fails at a load of 40 kN using third-point loading. Calculate its flexural strength.

💡 Hint: Ensure you know the dimensions well.

Question 2

Discuss how curing conditions can influence the outcomes of destructive tests on concrete strength.

💡 Hint: Consider the role of moisture and temperature in curing processes.

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