7.2 - Sulphate Attack: Foundation Failure in Black Cotton Soil
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What is sulphate attack?
💡 Hint: Think about its effect on concrete.
Name a common source of sulphate.
💡 Hint: Consider materials found in the ground.
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What is the primary chemical cause of sulphate attack?
💡 Hint: Consider what substances in concrete are affected.
True or False: Internal sulphate attack results from external sources.
💡 Hint: Think about definitions of internal versus external.
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Explain the chemical process of sulphate attack and its effects on concrete structure in detail.
💡 Hint: Focus on the formation and behavior of expansive products.
Design a preventive strategy for a building project located in a known sulphate-rich area. Discuss the materials and their benefits.
💡 Hint: Consider both materials and construction practices.
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