Practice Desired Properties in Fresh and Hardened States - 18.2.7 | 18. Mix Design – Principles and Influencing Factors | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 1
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Desired Properties in Fresh and Hardened States

18.2.7 - Desired Properties in Fresh and Hardened States

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Question 1 Easy

What is workability in concrete?

💡 Hint: Think of how easily you can handle the concrete when pouring it.

Question 2 Easy

Name one property of concrete in its fresh state.

💡 Hint: Consider what keeps the concrete uniform.

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Question 1

What does workability refer to in concrete?

Ease of mixing
Flexural strength
Durability

💡 Hint: Think about how you would handle wet cement.

Question 2

True or False: Durability ensures that concrete withstands environmental actions.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider concrete exposed to rain and frost.

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Challenge 1 Hard

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.

Challenge 2 Hard

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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