4.1.4 - Air-Entraining Admixtures
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What is the primary purpose of air-entraining admixtures?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens to concrete in cold conditions.
Name one common type of air-entraining admixture.
💡 Hint: Remember examples like natural materials or synthetic products.
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What is the main benefit of using air-entraining admixtures in concrete?
💡 Hint: Focus on the environmental challenges faced by concrete.
True or False: Air-entraining admixtures only improve the workability of concrete.
💡 Hint: Think about the effects in freeze-prone climates.
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A civil engineer wants to design a concrete mix for a dam in a cold climate. What considerations should be taken into account regarding air-entraining admixtures?
💡 Hint: Think of the long-term durability requirements for structures in cold areas.
During a project review, it was found that the air-entraining admixture dosage was twice the recommended amount. What steps should the construction team take to assess and mitigate problems?
💡 Hint: Consider the balance between strength and workability in concrete.
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