3 - Variability in Concrete Production
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Practice Questions
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What is material variability?
💡 Hint: Think about the ingredients used in the concrete mix.
Name one factor that can cause production variability.
💡 Hint: Consider the steps in making a concrete mix.
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What is a primary source of material variability in concrete production?
💡 Hint: Think about what affects the structural integrity of the concrete.
True or False: Environmental variability only affects setting but not strength.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how conditions can alter chemical reactions.
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You are responsible for producing a batch of concrete. What steps would you take to ensure minimal material and environmental variability?
💡 Hint: Think about preparation and monitoring.
Given a batch of concrete has shown excessive shrinkage after curing, identify possible causes linking back to material, environmental, and human factors.
💡 Hint: Explore all factors that can lead to such shrinkage.
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