10.2 - Sustainable Practices
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Practice Questions
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What is the benefit of using supplementary cementitious materials?
💡 Hint: Think about how they help the environment.
Name one type of recycled aggregate.
💡 Hint: Consider where we get these materials from.
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What is one benefit of using recycled aggregates?
💡 Hint: Think about the environmental benefits.
True or False: Using low-carbon cements does not affect concrete strength.
💡 Hint: Consider how alternatives can be beneficial.
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Propose a concrete mix design incorporating SCMs and recycled aggregates to meet a specific strength requirement.
💡 Hint: Consider how each component contributes to strength.
Critically assess the potential risks associated with using recycled aggregates in high-strength concrete applications.
💡 Hint: What aspects of reliability need to be assessed?
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