11.3.1 - Chemical Attack
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What is sulfate attack?
💡 Hint: Think about substances that might be present in soil or water.
What does acid attack do to concrete?
💡 Hint: Consider what acids typically do to minerals.
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What do sulfate attacks produce in concrete?
💡 Hint: Think about what kind of damage would occur over time.
True or False: Acid attacks strengthen concrete.
💡 Hint: Consider the role of acids in chemistry.
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Analyze a case study of a structure that suffered from sulfate attack. What were the design flaws that led to the deterioration?
💡 Hint: Analyze the environmental conditions the concrete was subjected to.
Propose a design solution to mitigate the effects of ASR in a new concrete project.
💡 Hint: Which materials can contribute to reducing alkali content?
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