6.5 - Testing of Water for Construction Use
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Practice Questions
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What is the ideal pH range for water used in construction?
💡 Hint: Think about the scale of pH and its effects on concrete.
Name one of the parameters tested in the chemical analysis of water.
💡 Hint: Consider impurities that might harm construction materials.
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What is the acceptable pH range for construction water?
💡 Hint: Remember the scale of pH!
Is it true that high chloride levels in water can lead to corrosion in reinforcement steel?
💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between chlorides and steel.
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Challenge Problems
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If a construction site finds that the groundwater has chloride levels above 700 mg/L, what steps can the engineers take to ensure the quality of water used?
💡 Hint: Consider the treatment methods discussed in the chapter.
During testing, the compressive strength of concrete mixed with a certain water sample was measured at 80% after seven days. What implications does this have for the construction project?
💡 Hint: Reflect on how strength indicators impact project viability.
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