Practice Mechanism of Action - 4.2 | 4. Chemical Admixtures | Concrete Technology
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4.2 - Mechanism of Action

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the purpose of water reducers in concrete?

💡 Hint: Think of how it helps with mixing.

Question 2

Easy

Name two types of accelerating admixtures.

💡 Hint: One is typically avoided in reinforced concrete.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the main advantage of using water reducers in concrete?

  • Decrease water satisfaction
  • Improve compressive strength
  • Reduce water demand

💡 Hint: Remember how it affects the mix.

Question 2

True or False: Accelerators do not affect the strength gain of concrete.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about what accelerators do.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given that a concreting project in a hot climate requires a longer setting time, how would you justify the use of retarding admixtures?

💡 Hint: Consider the temperature's effect on setting time.

Question 2

In a specific project, excessive use of a superplasticizer leads to reduced strength in concrete. Analyze this situation.

💡 Hint: Think about too much of a good thing impacting results.

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