4.5 - Shrinkage Cracking: Mechanism and Risk Areas
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Practice Questions
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Define shrinkage in the context of concrete.
💡 Hint: Think about how drying affects concrete.
What is restraint in relation to concrete shrinkage?
💡 Hint: Consider external and internal forces.
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What causes shrinkage cracks in concrete?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when concrete dries.
T/F: All cracks in concrete are due to shrinkage.
💡 Hint: Consider other failure mechanisms.
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A contractor is building a long retaining wall. Describe two potential risks of shrinkage cracking and suggest a mitigation strategy for each.
💡 Hint: Think about environmental effects and preventive measures.
Analyze the impact of a high water-cement ratio on shrinkage cracking risk in a concrete slab.
💡 Hint: What happens when there's more water compared to cement?
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