Practice - Effects on Concrete - 6.4.3
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Practice Questions
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What does 'workability' refer to in concrete?
💡 Hint: Think about mixing and pouring concrete.
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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Which of the following mineral admixtures improves workability?
💡 Hint: Think about the shape of particles in the mix.
True or False: Mineral admixtures can reduce the permeability of concrete.
💡 Hint: What is one main purpose of adding admixtures?
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Challenge Problems
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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.
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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