Practice Definition - 4.1 | 13. Failure Mechanism in Hardened Concrete | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 1
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Question 1

Easy

Define hardened concrete.

💡 Hint: Think about the process after concrete is set.

Question 2

Easy

What is the difference between tensile failure and compressive failure?

💡 Hint: Focus on how the concrete reacts under different types of forces.

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Question 1

What is hardened concrete?

💡 Hint: Think about what concrete goes through after being poured.

Question 2

Which failure mechanism occurs when tensile stress exceeds concrete's tensile strength?

  • A. Compressive Failure
  • B. Tensile Failure
  • C. Shear Failure

💡 Hint: Focus on how concrete breaks under tension.

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Question 1

Design an experiment to compare the compressive and tensile failure of two concrete mixtures: standard vs. high-strength concrete.

💡 Hint: Focus on the setup for applying loads and measuring the outcomes.

Question 2

Evaluate the impact of temperature on the stress-strain behavior of concrete by proposing a theoretical study.

💡 Hint: Consider factors such as thermal expansion and hydration effects.

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