Practice What is Polymer-Modified Concrete? - 22.1 | 22. Special Concrete and Concreting Methods – Polymer-Modified Concrete | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 2
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22.1 - What is Polymer-Modified Concrete?

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does PMC stand for?

💡 Hint: Think about what polymers do to concrete.

Question 2

Easy

Name one benefit of using polymers in concrete.

💡 Hint: Consider the physical changes polymers introduce.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is one of the main benefits of incorporating polymers in concrete?

  • Increased Cost
  • Decreased Flexibility
  • Improved Bond Strength

💡 Hint: Think about how added materials can improve adherence.

Question 2

True or False: Polymer-Modified Concrete is less resistant to chemical attacks than traditional concrete.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Recall the purpose of polymers.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Evaluate how the capacity for reduced shrinkage in PMC can impact long-term building maintenance costs.

💡 Hint: Think about how cracks affect the durability of concrete.

Question 2

Design a scenario where PMC would be preferable to traditional concrete in a specific environment, and justify your choice.

💡 Hint: Consider environmental factors that damage structures.

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