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3.1.3. Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GGBS)
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What is GGBS?
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Think about where it comes from.
- 2.
List one benefit of using GGBS in concrete.
Hint
Consider what it helps with in mixing.
- 3.
What does GGBS stand for?
Hint
Think about what happens in a blast furnace.
- 4.
True or False: GGBS can increase the heat of hydration.
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- False
Hint
How does it affect temperature during curing?
- 5.
Assess the impact of GGBS on the long-term durability of a concrete structure exposed to a sulfate-rich environment. What considerations should be taken?
Hint
Think about the elements and stresses a structure faces over time.
- 6.
Design a concrete mix for a marine structure that incorporates GGBS. What percentages of GGBS would be appropriate, and why?
Hint
Consider the common recommendations for mix ratios.
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