Practice - Factors Affecting Permeability
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Practice Questions
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What does permeability refer to?
💡 Hint: Think about how water moves through a sponge.
Why is a lower water-to-cement ratio beneficial?
💡 Hint: Consider strength in concrete.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the effect of a lower water-to-cement ratio on permeability?
💡 Hint: Consider how density affects movement.
True or False: Higher porosity generally means lower permeability.
💡 Hint: Think about how much space is available for water.
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Challenge Problems
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You have two concrete samples: one with a w/c ratio of 0.55 and another with 0.35. Predict which one will have higher permeability and why.
💡 Hint: Consider how water affects the concrete mixture.
Explore the effects of inadequate compaction on concrete performance in a wet environment.
💡 Hint: Think about how air pockets influence water flow.
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