9.3 - Admixture Acceptability
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What is the primary purpose of adding admixtures to concrete?
💡 Hint: Think about the changes in concrete's handling characteristics.
What standard must admixtures comply with?
💡 Hint: This is a crucial guideline for admixture standards.
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Which standard do admixtures need to comply with?
💡 Hint: Focus on the context of admixture regulations.
Superplasticizers generally affect setting time negatively.
💡 Hint: Think about the role of these admixtures.
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A construction team is introducing a new superplasticizer to their concrete mix. They find that it significantly increases workability but also decreases the setting time to 15 minutes instead of the expected 35. What steps should they take to ensure this admixture is appropriate for their project?
💡 Hint: Think about practical implications of quick-setting times.
During site trials, a new admixture caused significant segregation in the concrete mix. What should be the next steps the team takes, and what adjustments can they consider?
💡 Hint: Consider how changing one element of the mix could affect the entire outcome.
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