2.5 - Water
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Practice Questions
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What is the ideal water-cement ratio range for HPC?
💡 Hint: Think about the strength and durability that low ratios provide.
Why is potable water recommended for concrete mixing?
💡 Hint: Consider the impact of impurities on concrete strength.
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What is the typical water-cement ratio for high-performance concrete?
💡 Hint: Recall the characteristics of HPC.
True or False: Using impure water can improve the strength of concrete.
💡 Hint: Think about the impact of impurities in construction materials.
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Challenge Problems
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Discuss how the purity of water used in HPC impacts the long-term integrity of structures. Provide examples.
💡 Hint: Consider the effects of chemical compositions in concrete.
Given a concrete mix design that includes 100 kg of cement, calculate the amount of water (in kg) needed if a water-cement ratio of 0.35 is desired.
💡 Hint: Remember to multiply the cement weight by the water-cement ratio.
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