Practice Mass Concrete - 4.10.4 | 4. Chemical Admixtures | Concrete Technology
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4.10.4 - Mass Concrete

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define mass concrete.

💡 Hint: Consider the size and type of structures involved.

Question 2

Easy

What is the role of retarders in concrete?

💡 Hint: Think about temperature control during hydration.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the primary purpose of retarders in mass concrete?

  • Accelerate the setting
  • Delay the setting
  • Maintain humidity

💡 Hint: Think about the effect of retarders on the setting process.

Question 2

True or False: Mass concrete does not require any special considerations during hydration.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Reflect on the unique characteristics of mass concrete.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Evaluate a scenario where a construction team is using mass concrete without retarders. Predict the potential issues they could face and suggest alternative methods to manage thermal stress.

💡 Hint: Consider the environmental factors that could impact the hydration process.

Question 2

Design a mixed concrete plan utilizing retarders and SCMs for a large-scale bridge project. Discuss the selection criteria for your choices.

💡 Hint: Think about the specific requirements of a bridge under varying stress.

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