Practice Durability Considerations in HPC Proportioning - 7.5 | 7. High Performance Concrete | Concrete Technology
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7.5 - Durability Considerations in HPC Proportioning

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What effect does lowering the water-binder ratio have on permeability?

💡 Hint: Think about how water affects the density of concrete.

Question 2

Easy

Name a material that improves chloride penetration resistance.

💡 Hint: Consider additives that make concrete denser.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What does lowering the water-binder ratio do to permeability?

  • Increases it
  • Decreases it
  • Has no effect

💡 Hint: Think about how water affects compressive strength.

Question 2

True or False: Silica fume is ineffective in improving the durability of concrete.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Recall the effects of silica fume discussed in class.

Solve 2 more questions and get performance evaluation

Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Analyze a concrete structure's exposure to sulfate-rich environments. What mix design elements should you consider to ensure durability?

💡 Hint: List down environmental conditions and their effects on concrete.

Question 2

Evaluate a situation regarding freeze-thaw damage in an existing structure. Propose a remediation strategy to improve its durability.

💡 Hint: Think about adding layers and what keeps them together.

Challenge and get performance evaluation