3.1 - Factors Affecting Transportation
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What is Slump in concrete work?
💡 Hint: Think about how easily concrete can be molded.
Name one method of concrete transportation.
💡 Hint: What method is often used for high-rise buildings?
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What is one factor that affects the transportation of concrete?
💡 Hint: Think about how far the mix has to travel.
Admixtures are used in transportation to:
💡 Hint: Consider their role in altering concrete properties.
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Analyze a scenario where a construction site is 50 miles away from the concrete plant. Discuss the factors affecting transportation and suggest the best transport method.
💡 Hint: Examine the relationship between transport distance, method, and the integrity of the concrete.
Design a short report on how temperature variations affect the efficiency of concrete transportation, including solutions.
💡 Hint: Research how concrete behaves in different weather conditions.
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