2 - Permeability in Civil Engineering Materials
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Practice Questions
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Define permeability in civil engineering materials.
💡 Hint: Think about how water interacts with concrete.
What is meant by 'water-to-cement ratio'?
💡 Hint: Consider how adding too much water could affect concrete.
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What is permeability in the context of civil engineering materials?
💡 Hint: Think about how water can affect concrete.
True or False: Lower permeability usually indicates better durability of materials.
💡 Hint: Consider the lasting power of structures.
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A civil engineer is faced with a concrete structure experiencing high chloride permeability. Propose three methods to reduce this permeability.
💡 Hint: Consider how each method changes the concrete's structure.
Evaluate the relationship between porosity and durability in civil materials, providing an in-depth analysis of how each impacts the other.
💡 Hint: Think about your earlier discussions on water damage and structural integrity.
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