Practice Harsh Mix in RMC Plants - 7.7.4 | 7. Fresh Concrete – Properties and Workability Tests (IS Standards) | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 1
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7.7.4 - Harsh Mix in RMC Plants

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is a harsh mix?

💡 Hint: Think about the characteristics of the mix.

Question 2

Easy

Name one cause of a harsh mix.

💡 Hint: Consider the types of aggregates in the mix.

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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 main cause of a harsh mix in RMC plants?

  • Insufficient fines
  • Too much water
  • High ambient temperature

💡 Hint: Think about what helps to make the mix smooth.

Question 2

True or False: A harsher mix can improve the strength of the final concrete structure.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider how workability affects the concrete application.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Calculate the optimal fine to coarse aggregate ratio to mitigate harshness in a mix. Given: 30% maximum coarse aggregate size and current fine aggregates at 20%.

💡 Hint: Think about what ratio usually works best for concrete and adjust accordingly.

Question 2

Case Study: During a site evaluation, a harsh mix was discovered causing placement issues. Suggest a step-by-step approach to resolve this, including material adjustments.

💡 Hint: Consider what the first steps in resolving a construction issue might involve.

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