Practice Nature of Corrosion in Concrete - 4.1 | 16. Durability of Concrete | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 1
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4.1 - Nature of Corrosion in Concrete

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is corrosion?

💡 Hint: Think about what happens to metals in humid environments.

Question 2

Easy

Name one cause of corrosion.

💡 Hint: Consider environmental factors that affect metal.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What substance lowers the pH of concrete, initiating corrosion?

  • Chloride
  • Carbon dioxide
  • Moisture

💡 Hint: Think about the chemical processes involved in corrosion.

Question 2

True or False: Galvanic corrosion occurs between dissimilar metals.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider how the interaction of different metals can impact corrosion.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Design a maintenance plan for a coastal bridge suffering from sulfate attack that also faces moisture and chloride exposure.

💡 Hint: Consider both preventive and restorative actions.

Question 2

Explain how the principles of electrochemistry contribute to the detection of corrosion in rebar.

💡 Hint: Think about how potential differences relate to corrosion reactions.

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