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10.1 - Carbon Footprint of Concrete

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does the term 'carbon footprint' refer to?

💡 Hint: Think about emissions related to production.

Question 2

Easy

Name one supplementary cementitious material.

💡 Hint: It’s a byproduct of coal combustion.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is the main contributor to CO₂ emissions in concrete production?

  • Aggregate Mining
  • Cement Production
  • Transportation

💡 Hint: Consider the production methods.

Question 2

True or False: Recycled aggregates can diminish the carbon footprint of concrete.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about the environmental benefits of recycling.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Discuss the environmental impacts of cement versus using alternative materials such as fly ash in a concrete mix. How do they compare in terms of carbon footprint?

💡 Hint: Assess both life cycles in your response.

Question 2

Calculate the potential carbon savings from using 50% recycled aggregates in a concrete mix versus 100% virgin aggregates. Assume CO₂ emission factors are known.

💡 Hint: Use the formula: (Emission Reduction from Recycling) = (Emission Factors) x (Volume Difference).

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