11.9.4 - Desert and Arid Climates
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Practice Questions
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What is plastic shrinkage cracking?
💡 Hint: Think of how water evaporates quickly in hot weather.
Name one method to prevent drying in concrete.
💡 Hint: Remember, it’s about keeping moisture in.
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What is the main cause of plastic shrinkage cracking?
💡 Hint: Think of drying paint—what happens when it dries too fast?
True or False: Curing is not necessary in arid climates.
💡 Hint: Consider why moisture is important.
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Challenge Problems
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You are tasked with a construction project in a desert climate. Propose a detailed strategy to ensure the concrete does not suffer from plastic shrinkage cracks.
💡 Hint: Think about the combined methods of timing and material enhancement.
Evaluate the effects of sudden temperature changes on a newly poured concrete slab in arid environments. What precautions should you take?
💡 Hint: Consider how temperature directly influences material behavior.
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