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3.5.1 - Sieve Analysis (IS: 2386 Part I)

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Question 1

Easy

What is the purpose of sieve analysis?

💡 Hint: Think about its role in ensuring concrete quality.

Question 2

Easy

What does fineness modulus represent?

💡 Hint: It’s derived from the sieve analysis results.

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Question 1

What is the main purpose of sieve analysis?

  • To determine aggregate durability
  • To assess particle size distribution
  • To calculate water absorption

💡 Hint: Think about the characteristics it helps us understand.

Question 2

True or False: The fineness modulus indicates the weight of aggregates.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Reflect on what 'fineness' refers to in aggregates.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

You have conducted a sieve analysis and obtained the following percentages retained on each sieve: 20 mm - 25%, 10 mm - 35%, 4.75 mm - 30%, and passing through - 10%. Calculate the fineness modulus.

💡 Hint: Don’t forget to sum all percentages.

Question 2

Interpret the results of a sieve analysis which reveals 50% coal particles in a given sample. Discuss the implications on concrete quality.

💡 Hint: Think about the role of aggregate quality in concrete.

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