Practice - Elastic Properties
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Practice Questions
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What does the Modulus of Elasticity tell us about concrete?
💡 Hint: Think about how much the concrete will deform.
Define Poisson’s Ratio in your own words.
💡 Hint: Focus on how concrete behaves in two directions when stress is applied.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does the Modulus of Elasticity measure?
💡 Hint: Consider what E refers to, related to deformation under load.
True or False: A higher Poisson’s Ratio means that lateral strain is significantly less than axial strain.
💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between the two strains.
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Challenge Problems
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Given a concrete with a compressive strength of 30 MPa, calculate the Modulus of Elasticity. Discuss how this affects structural design.
💡 Hint: Use the modulus formula and remember the significance of stiffness in design.
Discuss the implications of having a Poisson's ratio upper limit of 0.25 for a specific type of high-strength concrete.
💡 Hint: Think about high strength influencing deformation.
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