18.2.7 - Desired Properties in Fresh and Hardened States
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What is workability in concrete?
💡 Hint: Think of how easily you can handle the concrete when pouring it.
Name one property of concrete in its fresh state.
💡 Hint: Consider what keeps the concrete uniform.
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What does workability refer to in concrete?
💡 Hint: Think about how you would handle wet cement.
True or False: Durability ensures that concrete withstands environmental actions.
💡 Hint: Consider concrete exposed to rain and frost.
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Design a concrete mix intended for a high-rise building that requires excellent durability. Explain how each desired property addresses potential challenges.
💡 Hint: Focus on environmental challenges the building might face.
Evaluate how different environmental conditions affect the desired properties in both fresh and hardened states. Provide examples.
💡 Hint: Consider the structural integrity of infrastructure under different weather.
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