Practice Test Specimens - 1.4 | 11. Compressive Strength Test | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 1
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Question 1

Easy

What are the dimensions of a cube specimen?

💡 Hint: Think about standard dimensions for testing.

Question 2

Easy

Why is proper curing important?

💡 Hint: Consider what hydration means for concrete.

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Question 1

What is the size of a standard cube specimen used for compressive testing?

  • 150 mm x 150 mm x 150 mm
  • 200 mm x 200 mm x 200 mm
  • 100 mm x 100 mm x 100 mm

💡 Hint: Remember the specific dimensions mentioned.

Question 2

True or False: Proper curing of concrete is critical to prevent structural failure.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about the role of water in concrete curing.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

If a cube specimen was found to have three air pockets, how would this affect the results of a compressive strength test?

💡 Hint: Consider how structural imperfections can influence test outcomes.

Question 2

You have a mix of two types of concrete, one with high water-cement ratio and one with a lower ratio. Discuss how this might affect the test results of both cylinder and cube specimens.

💡 Hint: Think about the water-cement ratio’s impact on overall concrete quality.

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