11.9 - Durability in Special Environments
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Practice Questions
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What is one challenge faced by concrete in marine environments?
💡 Hint: Think about exposure to salt water.
What is air entrainment used for?
💡 Hint: Consider cold weather conditions.
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What is an effective solution to combat corrosion in marine environments?
💡 Hint: Consider how to shield steel.
True or False: Air-entrained concrete is beneficial only in cold environments.
💡 Hint: Think beyond just one condition.
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Design a concrete mix suitable for a coastal structure. Consider both material specifications and environmental factors.
💡 Hint: Incorporate knowledge of marine exposure.
Evaluate the long-term impacts of freeze-thaw cycles on concrete placed in a northern climate. Propose a solution.
💡 Hint: Relate it to water and temperature changes.
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