Practice Mixing and Placement - 1.5 | 24. Lightweight Concrete (LWC) | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 2
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1.5 - Mixing and Placement

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Why is pre-wetting lightweight aggregates important in concrete mixing?

💡 Hint: Think about how much water the aggregates can hold.

Question 2

Easy

What does adjusting the mix design for LWC involve?

💡 Hint: Consider how we measure aggregates when designing concrete.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the purpose of pre-wetting lightweight aggregates?

  • To reduce weight
  • To prevent water absorption
  • To increase density

💡 Hint: Think about how much water the aggregates can actually hold.

Question 2

True or False: Adjusting the mix design for lightweight concrete means using weight replacements.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider how different types of aggregates might alter the concrete's properties.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

You are tasked with constructing a lightweight concrete wall for a building in a seismic zone. Describe the key considerations for mixing and placing this concrete, as well as the reasons for each.

💡 Hint: Consider the unique properties of lightweight concrete that impact these processes.

Question 2

Analyze the consequences if a contractor fails to adequately pre-wet lightweight aggregates prior to mixing. What structural and performance issues may arise?

💡 Hint: Think about how water affects the concrete's characteristics.

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