3.7.3 - Maximum Size of Aggregates
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What is the maximum size of aggregates recommended for thin sections?
💡 Hint: Think about concrete sections that are thinner, like slabs.
How does a larger aggregate size benefit concrete mixtures?
💡 Hint: Consider what the size might do with surface area.
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What is the maximum size of aggregates for thin sections of concrete?
💡 Hint: Think about the thickness of concrete you're working with.
True or False: Larger aggregates always lead to stronger concrete.
💡 Hint: Consider the balance between size and bonding.
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Design a concrete mix for a load-bearing column where the minimum member thickness is 150 mm. What is the maximum allowable aggregate size?
💡 Hint: Use the 1/4 rule to determine how big the aggregates can be.
You need to create a concrete mix for a floor slab that is 80 mm thick. Discuss the trade-offs of using larger versus smaller aggregates in this application.
💡 Hint: Think about how thickness impacts the requirements.
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