3 - Mineral Admixtures (Supplementary Cementitious Materials – SCMs)
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What is a mineral admixture?
💡 Hint: Think about materials that react with calcium hydroxide.
Name one type of mineral admixture and its source.
💡 Hint: Consider the processes that generate waste materials.
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What is the primary benefit of using mineral admixtures in concrete?
💡 Hint: Think about how these admixtures affect concrete performance.
True or False: Fly ash can help reduce the permeability of concrete.
💡 Hint: Recall the properties associated with fly ash.
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Analyze a case study where fly ash was used in a road construction project. Discuss the advantages it brought in terms of performance and sustainability.
💡 Hint: Consider the lifecycle and environmental implications of using fly ash.
Design a small experiment to compare the performance of concrete with and without silica fume in terms of strength and permeability. Outline your methodology.
💡 Hint: Think about how to establish control and variability in your experiment.
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Reference links
Supplementary resources to enhance your learning experience.
- Introduction to Mineral Admixtures
- Fly Ash in Concrete: How it Works
- Silica Fume for High-Performance Concrete
- GGBS: The Sustainable Choice for Concrete
- Understanding Metakaolin and Its Applications
- Rice Husk Ash as a Pozzolanic Material
- The Role of SCMs in Improving Concrete Performance
- Environmental Benefits of Utilizing SCMs