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5.6. Preventive Measures
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- 1.
What is AAR?
Hint
What do the letters 'AAR' stand for?
- 2.
Name one pozzolanic material.
Hint
Think about materials that help make concrete stronger.
- 3.
What does AAR stand for?
- Aggregate-Alkali Reaction
- Alkali-Aggregate Reaction
- Aggregate Reaction
Hint
Think about the order of words.
- 4.
True or False: Using low-alkali cement helps reduce the risk of AAR.
- True
- False
Hint
Does lower alkali content relate to less reaction potential?
- 5.
Design a concrete mix for a coastal area prone to AAR. List specific materials to use and explain why.
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- 6.
Evaluate the effectiveness of lithium-based admixtures in a concrete mix for AAR prevention. Discuss any trade-offs.
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