Practice Innovations and Research Trends - 6.18 | 6. Mineral Admixtures | Concrete Technology
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6.18 - Innovations and Research Trends

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Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What are nano-silica and nano-metakaolin?

💡 Hint: Think about the size and impact on performance.

Question 2

Easy

Name one benefit of hybrid blended systems.

💡 Hint: How do mixtures improve strength?

Practice 4 more questions and get performance evaluation

Interactive Quizzes

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

Question 1

What benefit does nano-silica provide in concrete?

  • Increases weight
  • Enhances early strength
  • Decreases durability

💡 Hint: Think about how fine particles improve certain qualities.

Question 2

Is self-healing concrete capable of repairing itself?

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider what makes it special compared to regular concrete.

Solve and get performance evaluation

Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Propose a concrete mix design that utilizes both nano-silica and fly ash to achieve a specific strength target, explaining your chosen percentages.

💡 Hint: Think about how each material's characteristics interact with cement.

Question 2

Evaluate the potential impact of using geopolymer concrete in a high-traffic area versus traditional concrete.

💡 Hint: Consider the long-term benefits of sustainability and resilience.

Challenge and get performance evaluation