Practice Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GGBS) - 3.1.3 | 5. Chemical and Mineral Admixtures | Concrete Technology
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3.1.3 - Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GGBS)

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is GGBS?

💡 Hint: Think about where it comes from.

Question 2

Easy

List one benefit of using GGBS in concrete.

💡 Hint: Consider what it helps with in mixing.

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Interactive Quizzes

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

Question 1

What does GGBS stand for?

💡 Hint: Think about what happens in a blast furnace.

Question 2

True or False: GGBS can increase the heat of hydration.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: How does it affect temperature during curing?

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

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.

Question 2

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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