2.1 - Types of Chemical Admixtures
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What do water-reducing admixtures do?
💡 Hint: Consider their effect on the water-cement ratio.
Name one use for accelerators.
💡 Hint: Think about conditions that require quick strength development.
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What is the primary purpose of water-reducing admixtures?
💡 Hint: Think about their role in adjusting water-cement ratios.
True or False: Superplasticizers can reduce water content by up to 50%.
💡 Hint: Consider their usual effectiveness in practice.
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Calculate the optimal dosage of a superplasticizer for a concrete mix that requires a 30% water reduction while using 300 kg of cement.
💡 Hint: Start by determining how much water you're using now to find the new quantity.
Discuss the implications of using air-entraining agents in concrete exposed to harsh winter conditions. What are the long-term benefits?
💡 Hint: Think about the effects of temperature changes on concrete.
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