Practice Carbon Footprint Reduction - 10.2 | 5. Chemical and Mineral Admixtures | Concrete Technology
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10.2 - Carbon Footprint Reduction

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Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What is the environmental impact of cement production?

💡 Hint: Think about the emissions involved in the production process.

Question 2

Easy

Name one mineral admixture used to reduce carbon emissions.

💡 Hint: It's a by-product of burning coal.

Practice 4 more questions and get performance evaluation

Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is the estimated CO2 reduction when substituting 1 ton of cement with fly ash?

  • 0.5 tons
  • 0.9 tons
  • 1.2 tons

💡 Hint: Remember the direct relation of substitute materials to emissions.

Question 2

High-volume fly ash concrete can reduce CO2 emissions by what percentage compared to OPC concrete?

  • 20%
  • 30%
  • 40%

💡 Hint: This reflects the benefits of increasing fly ash content.

Solve 2 more questions and get performance evaluation

Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

How do the properties of concrete change when using HVFAC instead of traditional OPC?

💡 Hint: Consider the changes in chemical interactions.

Question 2

Evaluate the long-term sustainability impacts of using GGBS in large infrastructure projects.

💡 Hint: Think about both environmental and structural implications.

Challenge and get performance evaluation