Practice Poisson’s Ratio (μ) - 9.2.2 | 9. Topics in Hardened Concrete | Concrete Technology
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9.2.2 - Poisson’s Ratio (μ)

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is Poisson's Ratio?

💡 Hint: Think about lateral vs. axial dimensions.

Question 2

Easy

What are typical values for Poisson's Ratio in concrete?

💡 Hint: Recall that the ratio indicates expansion direction.

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Question 1

What does Poisson's Ratio measure?

  • The ratio of shear to compressive strength
  • The ratio of lateral strain to axial strain
  • The volume of concrete under load

💡 Hint: Think about how deformation occurs in different directions.

Question 2

True or False: A higher Poisson's Ratio indicates less lateral strain under axial loading.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Recall the definition of Poisson's Ratio.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Describe the impact of relying on inaccurate values of Poisson's Ratio for structural design.

💡 Hint: Consider how the building's weight and external forces affect stability.

Question 2

If a concrete cylinder has an axial strain of 0.00345 and a Poisson's Ratio of 0.18, what is the lateral strain?

💡 Hint: Use the relationship defined by Poisson's Ratio.

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