2 - Materials for High Performance Concrete
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Practice Questions
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What is the commonly used cement type in HPC?
💡 Hint: Think about a high-strength cement option.
Name one example of a supplementary cementitious material.
💡 Hint: These materials enhance concrete properties.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the maximum size of coarse aggregate typically used in HPC?
💡 Hint: Think about how larger sizes may affect workability.
True or False: Concrete with high amounts of silica fume tends to have higher permeability.
💡 Hint: Consider how smaller particles work in filling gaps.
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Challenge Problems
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Develop a concrete mix design for a high-stress application that requires the use of SCMs, fibers, and low water-cement ratios. Discuss each component's role.
💡 Hint: Consider the environmental conditions and performance requirements.
Explain how you would assess the quality of water before mixing it into HPC. What tests would you conduct?
💡 Hint: Think about how impurities affect hydration and overall strength.
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