Practice Types of Chemical Admixtures - 2.1 | 5. Chemical and Mineral Admixtures | Concrete Technology
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2.1 - Types of Chemical Admixtures

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Question 1

Easy

What do water-reducing admixtures do?

💡 Hint: Consider their effect on the water-cement ratio.

Question 2

Easy

Name one use for accelerators.

💡 Hint: Think about conditions that require quick strength development.

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Question 1

What is the primary purpose of water-reducing admixtures?

  • Increase compressive strength
  • Reduce water content while maintaining workability
  • Enhance air entrainment

💡 Hint: Think about their role in adjusting water-cement ratios.

Question 2

True or False: Superplasticizers can reduce water content by up to 50%.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider their usual effectiveness in practice.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

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.

Question 2

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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