4.11.4 - Hot Weather Concreting
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Practice Questions
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What is the primary problem with concrete in hot weather?
💡 Hint: Think about temperature and time.
Name one technique to prevent excessive evaporation.
💡 Hint: Consider covering the surface.
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What is a common solution for delaying concrete setting in hot weather?
💡 Hint: Think about admixtures that help with time.
True or False: Curing concrete in hot weather is not necessary.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the impact of heat on concrete hydration.
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A construction site plans to pour concrete on a hot day. Develop a step-by-step plan for ensuring the concrete is mixed, poured, and cured effectively.
💡 Hint: Think about timing and the application of retarders.
Analyze a past project where concrete setting issues occurred in hot weather. What alternative approaches could have been used to avoid those problems?
💡 Hint: Consider what specific methods for hydration and cooling are available.
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