Practice Acceptable Limits for Impurities - 6.4 | 6. Water – Requirements and Impurities | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 1
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6.4 - Acceptable Limits for Impurities

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the permissible limit of organic matter in construction water?

💡 Hint: Remember the standard values provided in IS: 456-2000.

Question 2

Easy

State the acceptable pH value for water used in construction.

💡 Hint: Focus on the importance of acidity and alkalinity.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is the maximum permissible limit for chlorides in plain concrete as specified by IS: 456-2000?

  • 200 mg/L
  • 500 mg/L
  • 1000 mg/L

💡 Hint: Recall the different standards set for plain and reinforced concrete.

Question 2

True or False: The pH value of water must be less than 6.0 for it to be suitable for construction.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about how pH impacts concrete's chemical environment.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

If a construction site uses water with a chloride level of 600 mg/L for mixing concrete, what corrective measures should be taken?

💡 Hint: Consider the maximum limits specified in IS: 456-2000.

Question 2

Design a quality control check for water that includes monthly testing procedures and necessary actions if the water fails to meet required standards.

💡 Hint: Outline the steps to ensure compliance on a monthly basis.

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