10. Retempering of Concrete

Try these first

1. 1.

   Define retempering in your own words.

   Hint

   Think about adding water to anything that has started to harden.

2. 2.

   List one disadvantage of retempering.

   Hint

   Consider what happens when you change the composition of something that is hardening.

3. 3.

   What is retempering?

   • Adding water to set concrete
   • Adding sand to wet concrete
   • Removing excess water from concrete

   Hint

   Recall the definition we discussed earlier.

4. 4.

   True or False: Retempering can increase concrete strength.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about the effects we covered.

5. 5.

   If a project manager insists on retempering due to unexpected delays, how can the team justify adhering to best practices?

   Hint

   Emphasize standards and consequences for structural integrity.

6. 6.

   In a scenario where retempering is deemed necessary at a site, list the conditions that should be followed and why.

   Hint

   Think of industry standards and protective measures.