1.2 - Mechanism of Creep
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What is creep in concrete?
💡 Hint: Think about how materials react over time under pressure.
Which component of concrete primarily contributes to creep?
💡 Hint: Consider the material that holds the concrete together.
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What is the primary cause of creep in concrete?
💡 Hint: Think about water's role in how concrete behaves over time.
True or False: Higher water-cement ratios contribute to less creep.
💡 Hint: Consider how moisture changes material properties.
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A new concrete mix has a water-cement ratio of 0.6. Predict how this might affect the creep behavior compared to a mix with a 0.4 ratio.
💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between moisture and deformation.
Analyze the impact of factors like age at loading and temperature on the creep coefficient of concrete used in a high-rise building construction.
💡 Hint: Consider how age and environment interplay with strength development in concrete.
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