11.8.3 - Sustainability
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Practice Questions
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What is sustainability in the context of concrete?
💡 Hint: Think about the long-term impact of construction.
How does durability contribute to reducing carbon footprints?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens when we repair less.
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What is a key benefit of durable concrete for sustainability?
💡 Hint: Look back at how durability impacts material usage.
True or False: Lifecycle costing is irrelevant to the sustainability of concrete.
💡 Hint: Think about how finances relate to environmental factors.
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Propose a strategy for a public building project that aims to maximize sustainability via concrete durability, considering both materials used and design approaches.
💡 Hint: Think creatively about the materials and design layout.
Evaluate the implications on community health when constructing durable concrete structures while considering lifecycle emissions.
💡 Hint: Connect the dots between durability, emissions, and health.
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