Practice - Durability Considerations in HPC Proportioning
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Practice Questions
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What effect does lowering the water-binder ratio have on permeability?
💡 Hint: Think about how water affects the density of concrete.
Name a material that improves chloride penetration resistance.
💡 Hint: Consider additives that make concrete denser.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does lowering the water-binder ratio do to permeability?
💡 Hint: Think about how water affects compressive strength.
True or False: Silica fume is ineffective in improving the durability of concrete.
💡 Hint: Recall the effects of silica fume discussed in class.
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Challenge Problems
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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.
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.
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