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11.6 - Improving Durability of Concrete

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the significance of a low water-cement ratio?

💡 Hint: Think about strength and porosity.

Question 2

Easy

Name one pozzolanic material used in concrete.

💡 Hint: This material is often a byproduct of coal combustion.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

Which of the following is a benefit of using a low water-cement ratio?

  • Increased porosity
  • Higher strength
  • Lower cost

💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between water content and strength.

Question 2

True or False: Pozzolanic materials can decrease the durability of concrete.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider their effects on chemical reactions with cement.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Analyze the role of curing in concrete applications within nuclear power plants compared to regular construction sites.

💡 Hint: Consider the potential consequences of inadequate curing in critical environments.

Question 2

Evaluate the environmental benefits of using pozzolanic materials in concrete compared to traditional methods.

💡 Hint: Focus on both the ecological footprint and resource conservation.

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