3.1.3 - Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GGBS)
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Practice Questions
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What is GGBS?
💡 Hint: Think about where it comes from.
List one benefit of using GGBS in concrete.
💡 Hint: Consider what it helps with in mixing.
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What does GGBS stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens in a blast furnace.
True or False: GGBS can increase the heat of hydration.
💡 Hint: How does it affect temperature during curing?
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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.
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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