Practice Challenges in Practice - 5 | 24. Lightweight Concrete (LWC) | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 2
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Question 1 Easy

What are the two main types of specialized concrete discussed in this section?

💡 Hint: Think about the terms used in construction related to concrete properties.

Question 2 Easy

Why is controlling water absorption important in Lightweight Concrete?

💡 Hint: Consider how water affects the mixture.

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Question 1

What are the key challenges in using Lightweight Concrete?

Water absorption
air entrainment
mechanical strength
Cost management
color consistency
mix control
Structural load
environmental impact
surface finish

💡 Hint: Focus on the fundamental properties of Lightweight Concrete.

Question 2

True or False: High-Strength Concrete usually has a higher water-cement ratio than normal concrete.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about the influence of water on strength.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Evaluate the impact of improper water management on the performance of LWC and suggest strategies to optimize it.

💡 Hint: Consider both material properties and environmental conditions.

Challenge 2 Hard

Assess the implications of thermal cracking in HSC applications and design a methodology to address this issue in a construction project.

💡 Hint: Which methods are commonly used in construction to control temperatures?

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