Practice Recent Developments in Chemical Admixtures - 4.9 | 4. Chemical Admixtures | Concrete Technology
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4.9 - Recent Developments in Chemical Admixtures

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is a Polycarboxylate Ether (PCE)?

💡 Hint: Think about how PCE affects the water content in concrete.

Question 2

Easy

What benefit do Viscosity Modifying Admixtures (VMAs) provide?

💡 Hint: Consider the flow characteristics of concrete.

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Question 1

What is the primary purpose of Polycarboxylate Ether (PCE) based superplasticizers?

  • To increase setting time
  • To enhance workability with low water content
  • To reduce concrete strength

💡 Hint: Think of how PCE affects water usage in concrete.

Question 2

True or False: Self-healing admixtures are used to automatically seal cracks in concrete.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the function of these admixtures.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Analyze a scenario where increasing the dosage of a viscosity modifying admixture leads to excessive viscosity in a concrete mix. Discuss the implications for the project.

💡 Hint: Evaluate how the balance of components impacts workability.

Question 2

Propose a solution for a construction project focused on sustainability. Discuss how you would incorporate nano-modified and low-carbon admixtures.

💡 Hint: Consider the benefits each type of admixture brings to sustainability.

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