2.1.3 - Retarders
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What is the primary purpose of retarders in concrete?
💡 Hint: Think about making concrete easier to work with.
Name one type of retarder.
💡 Hint: Think of something commonly used in construction.
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What is the main function of a retarder in concrete?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens if concrete hardens too quickly.
True or False: Sugars are a type of retarder used in concrete.
💡 Hint: Think about common materials used in construction.
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If you are overseeing a concrete pour in extreme heat conditions, what factors would influence your decision to use a retarder?
💡 Hint: Think about how each factor could impact the setting of concrete.
Analyze the impact of using a retarder on the mechanical properties of the hardened concrete.
💡 Hint: Examine both short-term and long-term effects on strength.
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