7 - Calculation of Cement Content
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Practice Questions
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What is the formula for calculating cement content?
💡 Hint: Think about how water and cement interact in concrete.
Name one factor that can affect cement content calculations.
💡 Hint: Consider the conditions under which concrete will be used.
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What is the maximum cement content as per IS 456?
💡 Hint: Think about the standard limits provided in the IS codes.
True or False: The water-cement ratio only affects the workability of concrete.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the definition of the water-cement ratio.
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Design a mix for M35 concrete with a target mean strength considering severe exposure. If you have water content of 195 kg, how much cement do you need?
💡 Hint: Calculate the target mean strength before finding cement content.
You are designing for high-strength concrete (M60) with a water-cement ratio of 0.35. If you decide to use 210 kg of water, calculate the amount of cement needed ensuring it meets the standards.
💡 Hint: Check if the cement content aligns with the performance requirements of M60.
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