10.1 - Role of Mineral Admixtures in Green Construction
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What are mineral admixtures?
💡 Hint: Think about components added to improve concrete performance.
Name one benefit of using fly ash in concrete.
💡 Hint: Consider its impact on cement content.
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What is the primary benefit of using mineral admixtures?
💡 Hint: Think about the goal of green construction.
True or False: Mineral admixtures can help earn LEED certification points.
💡 Hint: Consider the connection between materials and certifications.
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Given a concrete mix using 1000 kg of cement, calculate the potential reduction in CO₂ emissions if 30% is replaced with fly ash.
💡 Hint: Use the savings factor and the proportion being replaced.
Analyze the impact on strength if 20% of cement is replaced with silica fume in a standard concrete mix.
💡 Hint: Consider the nature of silica fume and its characteristics.
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