11.1 - Nano-Admixtures
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Practice Questions
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What are nano-admixtures?
💡 Hint: Think about very small materials.
Name one type of nano-admixture.
💡 Hint: Which materials are researched for improving concrete?
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What is a characteristic of nano-admixtures?
💡 Hint: Remember their purpose in construction.
Nano-silica is primarily beneficial because it improves what?
💡 Hint: Think of its strength-enhancing properties.
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Design a concrete mix incorporating nano-silica. Discuss potential benefits and the desired performance characteristics.
💡 Hint: Think about the interaction of nano-silica with other components.
Evaluate the impact of using nano-admixtures in sustainable construction practices.
💡 Hint: Consider how less cement leads to a more sustainable approach.
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