2.3 - Testing Methods
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Practice Questions
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What does ASTM C666 test for?
💡 Hint: Focus on the effects of freezing on concrete.
Name a serious problem caused by chloride attack.
💡 Hint: Think about what happens to steel when exposed to moisture and salt.
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Which test measures resistance to freeze-thaw cycles?
💡 Hint: Remember the freeze-thaw context.
True or False: Sulphate attack can lead to the expansion of concrete.
💡 Hint: Think about chemical reactions in concrete.
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Design a concrete mix for a marine bridge that needs to withstand high chloride levels. Outline the materials and methods you would use.
💡 Hint: Think about minimizing permeability and enhancing durability.
Analyze the failure of a concrete structure due to freeze-thaw cycles. What testing methods could have been used to predict this issue?
💡 Hint: Examine the relationship between testing results and structural performance.
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