Practice Procedure - 4.7 | 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 load-bearing aspect of concrete.

Question 2 Easy

What is a typical specimen size for the tensile strength test?

💡 Hint: Remember the standard dimensions used in concrete testing.

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Question 1

What measurement does the compressive strength test provide?

Flexural strength
Tensile strength
Compressive strength

💡 Hint: Remember the main purpose of the test.

Question 2

True or False: The bond strength test can indicate the load transfer efficiency between concrete and steel.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about the role of adhesion in composite structures.

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Challenge 1 Hard

You are conducting a compressive strength test and encounter a problem where the specimen shows visible defects. How would you handle this situation?

💡 Hint: Think about how defects affect test accuracy.

Challenge 2 Hard

Design an experiment to compare the results of the flexural strength test using center-point and third-point loading. What factors would you control?

💡 Hint: Consider the impact of variables on valid comparisons.

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