9 - Acceptance Criteria for Durability Parameters
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What is the acceptable water-cement ratio for marine environments?
💡 Hint: Consider the exposure conditions.
Why do we need a minimum cement content?
💡 Hint: Think about the role of cement in bonding.
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What is the maximum water-cement ratio for marine environments?
💡 Hint: Consider marine exposure conditions.
True or False: Admixtures can reduce concrete setting time excessively.
💡 Hint: Think about admixture effects on concrete.
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You need to prepare a concrete mix for a seaside project. Discuss the steps you would take to ensure durability, considering the water-cement ratio, cement content, and admixture use.
💡 Hint: Think about the specific environmental conditions in seaside projects.
Analyze the impact of using a high water-cement ratio on concrete placed in a sulfate environment. What measures would you recommend to mitigate these effects?
💡 Hint: Consider strategies to improve the concrete mix's resilience.
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