2.3 - Heat of Hydration
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Practice Questions
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What is the heat of hydration?
💡 Hint: Think about the mixing of cement and water.
Which cement compound releases the most heat?
💡 Hint: Remember the sequence discussed.
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What is the main benefit of the heat of hydration in concrete?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when you mix concrete.
True or False: C₂S releases more heat than C₃S.
💡 Hint: Focus on the heat output values discussed.
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Calculate the total heat generated by 50 kg of C₃A if its heat of hydration is 207 cal/g.
💡 Hint: Remember to convert kilograms to grams.
Discuss the thermal management techniques to prevent cracking in large concrete structures.
💡 Hint: Think of how to keep the temperature steady.
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