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21.4.5 - Thermal Properties

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is thermal conductivity?

💡 Hint: Consider how heat moves through materials.

Question 2 Easy

Name one benefit of polypropylene fibers.

💡 Hint: Think about how these fibers react to heat.

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Question 1

What does thermal conductivity refer to in materials?

Ability to absorb heat
Ability to conduct heat
Ability to reflect heat

💡 Hint: Think about materials that feel hot or cold.

Question 2

True or False: Polypropylene fibers enhance the fire resistance of FRC by melting and creating microchannels.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider what happens to polypropylene at high temperatures.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design a fiber-reinforced concrete mix for a fire-prone area, considering the types of fibers to use based on their thermal properties. What are trade-offs?

💡 Hint: Consider the benefits of fiber types alongside concrete performance.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate how temperature fluctuations can affect the durability of FRC in different environments. What approaches can mitigate cracking?

💡 Hint: Think about both material and environmental factors.

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