5 - Durability Enhancing Measures
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What is the recommended water-to-cement ratio for durable concrete?
💡 Hint: Think about how water affects strength.
Name one type of mineral admixture used in concrete.
💡 Hint: It's a common by-product from power plants.
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What is a low water-to-cement ratio's effect on concrete?
💡 Hint: Remember the acronym 'SWAP'.
True or False: Coatings applied to concrete surfaces are intended to increase water permeability.
💡 Hint: Think about the function of waterproofing.
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Design a concrete mix for a coastal environment with high sulfate exposure. Justify your material choices.
💡 Hint: Consider both strength and chemical resistance.
Evaluate the implications of poor curing on long-term durability in a construction project.
💡 Hint: Think of how plants die without water.
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