Practice Effects of Carbonation - 3.4 | 16. Durability of Concrete | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 1
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3.4 - Effects of Carbonation

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is carbonation?

💡 Hint: Think about the gas we exhale.

Question 2

Easy

What is a potential consequence of reduced alkalinity in concrete?

💡 Hint: Consider what protects the steel.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What reaction occurs during carbonation?

  • CO₂ + Ca(OH)₂ → CaCO₃ + H₂O
  • CO₂ + CaCO₃ → Ca(OH)₂ + H₂O
  • Ca(OH)₂ + H₂O → CaCO₃ + O₂

💡 Hint: Think about how CO₂ interacts with concrete.

Question 2

True or False: Carbonation increases the pH of concrete.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Recall how carbonation affects alkalinity.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

If a concrete structure has experienced carbonation leading to a pH decline to below 9, what steps might be taken to restore its durability?

💡 Hint: Consider layers of protection and maintenance strategies.

Question 2

Analyze how the interaction between carbonation and moisture affects concrete longevity in coastal areas.

💡 Hint: Think about environmental factors affecting structural health.

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