18.3 - Storage and Handling of Materials
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Practice Questions
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What is one reason why aggregates should be covered when stored?
💡 Hint: Think about how moisture can change material properties.
What type of containers should cement be stored in?
💡 Hint: Consider how to keep materials dry.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the main reason for storing aggregates under cover?
💡 Hint: Think about how water can influence the materials' qualities.
True or False: Cement should always be stored in open containers.
💡 Hint: Imagine how moisture affects cement over time.
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Challenge Problems
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A construction site has experience inconsistencies in concrete quality due to varying aggregate moisture. Propose a comprehensive strategy to improve material storage and handling.
💡 Hint: Consider all elements from material protection to worker training.
Cement in one of the storage facilities has clumped due to humidity exposure. How would you resolve this issue, and how could you prevent it in the future?
💡 Hint: Think about both short-term fixes and long-term protective measures.
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