3.5.6 - Soundness Test
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Practice Questions
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What is the purpose of the Soundness Test?
💡 Hint: Think about what environmental stresses aggregates might face.
Which solutions are commonly used in the Soundness Test?
💡 Hint: Look for the chemicals that simulate weather effects.
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What does the Soundness Test evaluate?
💡 Hint: Think of the test's primary goal.
True or False: Sodium and magnesium sulfate solutions are used in the Soundness Test.
💡 Hint: Recall what chemicals are involved in the testing process.
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Explain how poor results from the Soundness Test can vary the choice of aggregates for different structural applications.
💡 Hint: Consider how environmental exposure impacts material performance.
If aggregates show a weight loss of 15% after the Soundness Test, what might be the implications for concrete performance?
💡 Hint: Think about weight loss and how it affects concrete durability.
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