Practice Shrinkage and Cracking - 8.4 | 13. Characteristics of High Performance Concrete | Concrete Technology
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8.4 - Shrinkage and Cracking

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Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What is shrinkage in concrete?

💡 Hint: Think about how concrete's volume changes over time.

Question 2

Easy

Name one type of shrinkage in concrete.

💡 Hint: Remember the two categories we discussed.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is autogenous shrinkage?

  • A. Shrinkage due to moisture loss
  • B. Shrinkage due to hydration
  • C. A method of curing

💡 Hint: Think about what happens when water is absorbed in the concrete.

Question 2

True or False: Adequate curing can help prevent thermal cracking in concrete.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: What happens to a plant without water?

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Design a mix that minimizes both autogenous and drying shrinkage. What would you include?

💡 Hint: Think about how these components interact with moisture and tensile strength.

Question 2

Describe a scenario where rapid thermal changes might impact concrete quality. How would you address this?

💡 Hint: Focus on temperature management during curing.

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