9.2 - Bleeding
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Practice Questions
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What is bleeding in concrete?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens to water in a liquid concrete mix.
How can bleeding affect the surface of concrete?
💡 Hint: Consider what occurs at the top layer of hardening concrete.
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What is the main cause of bleeding in fresh concrete?
💡 Hint: Remember the definition of bleeding.
True or False: Laitance forms due to excess bleeding in fresh concrete.
💡 Hint: What happens when water rises to the surface?
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Challenge Problems
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You are tasked with creating a concrete mix for a hot weather project. Explain how you would adjust the mix to prevent bleeding issues.
💡 Hint: Think about materials that can help in hot temperatures.
During an inspection, you notice significant bleeding in a fresh concrete batch. What steps would you take to assess and rectify the situation?
💡 Hint: Focus on factors that contribute to mixing quality and component selection.
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