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15.4 - Freeze-Thaw Resistance

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does freeze-thaw resistance refer to?

💡 Hint: Think about the environmental conditions concrete faces.

Question 2

Easy

Name a common additive used to improve freeze-thaw resistance.

💡 Hint: These help create bubbles in the concrete.

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Question 1

What is freeze-thaw resistance?

  • Ability to withstand high temperatures
  • Ability to withstand freeze-thaw cycles
  • Resistance to erosion

💡 Hint: This property is vital in cold climates.

Question 2

True or False: Air-entrained concrete has better freeze-thaw resistance than non-air-entrained concrete.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about what happens when water freezes.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Design a concrete mix for a highway in a region with severe winter weather, considering freeze-thaw resistance. Outline the components and their specific roles.

💡 Hint: Think about the interactions between the components and their impact on performance in cold weather.

Question 2

Evaluate a scenario where a building in a cold region has begun to experience cracking due to freeze-thaw cycles. Identify the potential causes and suggest remedies.

💡 Hint: Consider how each factor impacts the microstructure and durability of concrete.

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