3.1 - Physical Deterioration
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Practice Questions
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What causes freeze-thaw action in concrete?
💡 Hint: Think about temperature changes.
What is thermal cracking?
💡 Hint: Consider how heat expands materials.
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What is the primary cause of physical deterioration?
💡 Hint: Think about environmental effects.
True or False: Thermal cracking only occurs in hot climates.
💡 Hint: Consider temperature changes.
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Analyze how multiple freeze-thaw cycles might affect the long-term maintenance costs of a roadway.
💡 Hint: Think about the expanding and contracting effects adding up over time.
Design an experiment to measure the effects of thermal cracking on concrete samples exposed to varying temperature conditions.
💡 Hint: Remember to establish a controlled environment for consistency.
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