2.7 - Fineness of Cement and Chemical Activity
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What effect does finer cement have on hydration rate?
💡 Hint: Think about surface area.
What is Blaine's Air Permeability Method used for?
💡 Hint: Consider testing methods.
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What happens when cement is too fine?
💡 Hint: Think about the physical properties of fine materials.
Blaine's Method is used for?
💡 Hint: Consider if this is a testing method.
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Given a sample of cement with a high Blaine fineness number, predict how it would behave in a new concrete mix compared to a sample with a low fineness number.
💡 Hint: Think about how pore sizes affect liquid flow.
Design a testing protocol using Blaine's method to determine optimal fineness levels for a specific type of concrete mix intended for high strength applications.
💡 Hint: Consider how hydration and workability are linked to structural integrity.
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