3.5 - Exposure Conditions
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Practice Questions
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What defines mild exposure conditions according to IS 456:2000?
💡 Hint: Think about environments with minimal moisture.
List the five exposure categories.
💡 Hint: Recall the acronym 'MMSVE'.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the W/C ratio for severe exposure conditions?
💡 Hint: Remember the exposure categories.
True or False: Extreme exposure conditions allow for a W/C ratio of 0.60.
💡 Hint: Think about the impact of harsher environments.
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Challenge Problems
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A contractor is designing concrete for a parking garage exposed to tropical weather. What exposure category would you assign it? Justify your answer.
💡 Hint: Think about the environmental factors that affect the structure.
Compare the minimum cement content requirements for moderate and severe exposure conditions and explain the implications for longevity.
💡 Hint: Consider how cement content affects durability.
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