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17 - Durability Considerations (From IS 456:2000 Table 5)

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the maximum water-cement ratio for mild exposure conditions?

💡 Hint: Look at the first row of the table for mild conditions.

Question 2

Easy

Define durability in the context of concrete.

💡 Hint: Consider how long concrete lasts under different conditions.

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Question 1

What is the maximum water-cement ratio for very severe environmental conditions?

  • 0.45
  • 0.40
  • 0.60

💡 Hint: Check your table for very severe exposure.

Question 2

Is it beneficial to select higher water-cement ratios for durability?

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider why dense concrete is better for durability.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

You have a project in a location classified as 'severe'. Calculate the appropriate maximum water-cement ratio and minimum cement content for an M30 grade mix.

💡 Hint: Refer to the durability guidelines table.

Question 2

Reflect on a building that faced durability challenges. Discuss the likely parameters that were not adhered to based on exposure conditions.

💡 Hint: Consider what the severity of the environment might require.

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