Practice Rapid Slump Loss - 7.7.2 | 7. Fresh Concrete – Properties and Workability Tests (IS Standards) | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 1
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Rapid Slump Loss

7.7.2 - Rapid Slump Loss

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Question 1 Easy

What is rapid slump loss?

💡 Hint: Think about the change in workability.

Question 2 Easy

Name a cause of rapid slump loss.

💡 Hint: Consider environmental conditions.

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Question 1

What effect does high ambient temperature have on fresh concrete?

Increases workability
Accelerates setting
No effect

💡 Hint: Consider how heat impacts concrete.

Question 2

True or False: Retarders can help manage rapid slump loss.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about the function of retarders.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Calculate how much workability is lost if a concrete mix is transported under high heat for an extended period without retarders.

💡 Hint: Focus on heat and time variables.

Challenge 2 Hard

Propose a detailed plan for a construction site located in a hot climate to maintain the workability of concrete.

💡 Hint: Think about practical measures considering the environment.

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