Practice Field Problems and Troubleshooting in Fresh Concrete - 7.7 | 7. Fresh Concrete – Properties and Workability Tests (IS Standards) | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 1
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7.7 - Field Problems and Troubleshooting in Fresh Concrete

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Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What does segregation mean in concrete?

💡 Hint: Think about what happens when you see different colors or sizes in a concrete mix.

Question 2

Easy

What is bleeding in fresh concrete?

💡 Hint: Consider what happens when a drink sweats on a hot day.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is the primary cause of segregation during concrete pumping?

  • Under-vibration
  • Over-vibration
  • Insufficient cement

💡 Hint: Think of how stirring too much can cause things to separate.

Question 2

True or False: High ambient temperatures can accelerate the loss of slump in concrete.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider how heat affects other materials.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

A construction site reports frequent segregation during pumping despite using standard practices. Propose a multi-faceted approach to identify the cause and improve the situation.

💡 Hint: Consider every step of the process from mixing to application.

Question 2

Your team is tasked with preparing a concrete mix for a bridge in a hot climate. What steps will you take to ensure the concrete maintains workability during transport?

💡 Hint: Reflect on how temperature affects other materials.

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