Practice - Causes of Cracking
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Practice Questions
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What type of cracks arise from load and settlement?
💡 Hint: Think about what affects the integrity of a structure.
What causes plastic shrinkage cracks?
💡 Hint: Focus on the condition of the concrete during placement.
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What type of crack is primarily caused by moisture evaporation?
💡 Hint: Consider the condition of the concrete during placement.
True or False: Non-structural cracks do not pose any risks to a structure’s integrity.
💡 Hint: Think about long-term impact.
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Challenge Problems
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Consider a newly constructed bridge showing signs of plastic shrinkage cracking within days of completion. Propose a strategy to minimize such cracking during future constructions.
💡 Hint: Focus on moisture retention and temperature management.
A concrete structure is experiencing significant alkali-silica reaction (ASR) issues. What measures can be taken in design and material selection to mitigate these effects?
💡 Hint: Think about the interaction of materials in concrete.
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