Practice Effects on Concrete - 6.4.3 | 6. Mineral Admixtures | Concrete Technology
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6.4.3 - Effects on Concrete

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does 'workability' refer to in concrete?

💡 Hint: Think about mixing and pouring concrete.

Question 2

Easy

Name one advantage of using mineral admixtures in concrete.

💡 Hint: Consider what happens when you add materials to the mix.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

Which of the following mineral admixtures improves workability?

  • Silica fume
  • Fly ash
  • GGBS

💡 Hint: Think about the shape of particles in the mix.

Question 2

True or False: Mineral admixtures can reduce the permeability of concrete.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: What is one main purpose of adding admixtures?

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Evaluate a concrete mix design for a marine structure that must withstand chloride exposure. Explain how you would incorporate mineral admixtures to enhance durability.

💡 Hint: Consider both strength and environmental resistance in your design.

Question 2

Design a construction schedule that considers the delayed initial strength gain due to silica fume in your concrete formulation. How would you mitigate risks during construction?

💡 Hint: Think about how construction timelines are impacted by strength gains.

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