Practice Vinyl Acetate-Ethylene (VAE) - 22.2.e | 22. Special Concrete and Concreting Methods – Polymer-Modified Concrete | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 2
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Vinyl Acetate-Ethylene (VAE)

22.2.e - Vinyl Acetate-Ethylene (VAE)

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What does VAE stand for?

💡 Hint: Think about the chemical composition.

Question 2 Easy

Why is VAE important in concrete?

💡 Hint: Consider what freeze-thaw cycles do to concrete.

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Question 1

What is the main benefit of using VAE in polymer-modified concrete?

A. Reduces cost
B. Improves freeze-thaw resistance
C. Increases workability

💡 Hint: Think about what makes VAE special for outdoor applications.

Question 2

True or false: VAE can improve bonding strength in concrete.

True
False

💡 Hint: Recall the advantages of VAE discussed earlier.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Discuss how incorporating VAE can change the overall lifecycle costs of a concrete structure.

💡 Hint: Consider both initial cost and long-term benefits.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate the effectiveness of VAE in extreme weather conditions—what factors would you consider?

💡 Hint: Think about the specific characteristics that make VAE beneficial.

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