6.3 - Common Impurities Found in Water
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What are suspended solids?
💡 Hint: Focus on what remains in water after filtering.
Name one effect of organic matter in water.
💡 Hint: Think about how it affects concrete setting.
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What includes clay, silt, and organic matter?
💡 Hint: Remember the types of particles in water.
True or False: High levels of organic matter improve concrete strength.
💡 Hint: Think about how it affects hydration.
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Analyze a scenario where seawater is used in concrete mixing. Discuss the long-term effects.
💡 Hint: Consider the effects of salt on metals.
You have water with a high TDS of 3000 mg/L. Propose a treatment solution before using it for concrete mixing.
💡 Hint: Look for methods to effectively filter out dissolved solids.
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