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6.16 - Advantages of Using Mineral Admixtures

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the main advantage of using mineral admixtures in concrete?

💡 Hint: Think about concrete performance.

Question 2

Easy

Name one type of mineral admixture.

💡 Hint: Consider by-products from industrial processes.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using mineral admixtures?

  • Improved durability
  • Increased cost
  • Reduced permeability

💡 Hint: Think about the economic benefits of these materials.

Question 2

True or False: Mineral admixtures can reduce the CO₂ emissions during concrete production.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the relationship between cement production and emissions.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Evaluate the long-term economic advantages of using fly ash in a large-scale construction project over a ten-year period with fluctuating cement prices.

💡 Hint: Consider the fluctuating market and the cost-saving aspect.

Question 2

Design a concrete mixture incorporating mineral admixtures to maximize durability for a marine structure while keeping costs efficient. Justify your choices.

💡 Hint: Think about the specific environmental conditions and material properties.

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