18.1.3 - Durability
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Define durability in the context of concrete.
💡 Hint: Think about how concrete performs in various climates.
What role does the water-cement ratio play in durability?
💡 Hint: Consider how water affects the strength of the mix.
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What is the primary goal of enhancing concrete durability?
💡 Hint: Think about how environmental factors impact concrete.
True or False: Using a high water-cement ratio generally enhances the durability of concrete.
💡 Hint: Consider how water affects the mix structure.
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Design a concrete mix for a coastal construction site, keeping durability at the forefront. What factors would you consider?
💡 Hint: Consider both chemical resistance and environmental exposure.
Evaluate the potential outcomes of not addressing freeze-thaw cycles in concrete durability.
💡 Hint: Think about the physical changes that happen to concrete under temperature fluctuations.
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