Practice Improving Durability And Reducing Permeability (6) - Durability of Construction Materials
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Improving Durability and Reducing Permeability

Practice - Improving Durability and Reducing Permeability

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Question 1 Easy

What is the primary benefit of using pozzolanic admixtures?

💡 Hint: Think about how they interact with lime.

Question 2 Easy

Why is proper curing important for concrete?

💡 Hint: What happens during the hydration process?

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Question 1

What is the effect of pozzolanic admixtures on concrete?

Increase permeability
Reduce pore size
Decrease strength

💡 Hint: Think about their role in hydration.

Question 2

True or False: Proper curing can prevent cracking.

True
False

💡 Hint: What effect does extra moisture have?

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Challenge 1 Hard

Evaluate the long-term implications of not using pozzolanic admixtures in concrete exposed to harsh environments.

💡 Hint: Consider how permeability affects concrete durability over time.

Challenge 2 Hard

Calculate the optimal water-cement ratio for a concrete mix intended for a marine environment.

💡 Hint: Think about how this ratio relates to the concrete's intended use.

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