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11 - Limitations of Plastics in Civil Engineering

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Question 1

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What does a low modulus of elasticity indicate about a material's load-bearing capacity?

💡 Hint: Think about how deformation relates to rigidity.

Question 2

Easy

Why is thermal expansion an important factor to consider in engineering designs?

💡 Hint: Consider the effects of temperature changes.

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Question 1

What limitation does a low modulus of elasticity indicate for plastics?

  • It can support heavy loads
  • It has high stiffness
  • It has limited load-bearing capacity

💡 Hint: Remember the relationship between stiffness and load-bearing abilities.

Question 2

True or False: Most plastics are non-combustible materials.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the safety aspects of materials used in construction.

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Question 1

Design a small structure using plastic materials. Identify how you will address the limitations of plastics discussed in this section.

💡 Hint: Think about each limitation and creative solutions to enhance structural integrity.

Question 2

Evaluate a hypothetical plastic piping system designed without consideration for thermal expansion. Predict potential problems that may arise.

💡 Hint: Consider how temperature variations affect material behavior.

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