9.4 - Shrinkage in Concrete
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Practice Questions
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What is plastic shrinkage?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens in hot weather.
Name one method to control drying shrinkage.
💡 Hint: What would you do to keep the concrete wet?
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Interactive Quizzes
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What type of shrinkage occurs before concrete sets and is primarily caused by rapid evaporation?
💡 Hint: Remember the phase before the concrete hardens.
True or False: Autogenous shrinkage occurs only with excessive water in the mix.
💡 Hint: Focus on the reasons behind autogenous shrinkage.
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Challenge Problems
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Consider a concrete structure that experiences significant plastic shrinkage. Identify potential design strategies that could be employed to minimize this issue.
💡 Hint: Think about how to manage surface conditions rapidly.
A recent study shows that a low water-cement ratio mix displays considerable autogenous shrinkage. Analyze the implications for long-term durability and suggest remedial actions.
💡 Hint: Focus on how to maintain moisture in a low water scenario.
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Reference links
Supplementary resources to enhance your learning experience.
- Understanding Concrete Shrinkage
- Plastic Shrinkage Cracking in Concrete
- Curing Concrete: Types & Methods
- Autogenous Shrinkage
- The Basics of Concrete Carbonation
- Understanding the Importance of Water-Cement Ratio
- Shrinkage Reduction in Concrete: Approaches
- Effects of Curing on Shrinkage
- Concrete Shrinkage and Its Control