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9.7 - Thermal Properties of Concrete

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the typical range of thermal conductivity for concrete?

💡 Hint: Consider what makes materials good for thermal mass.

Question 2

Easy

Define heat of hydration.

💡 Hint: Think about the chemical reactions occurring when cement mixes with water.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the typical thermal conductivity range for concrete?

  • 0.1 – 0.5 W/m·K
  • 0.7 – 1.4 W/m·K
  • 1.5 – 2.0 W/m·K

💡 Hint: Remember the efficiency of concrete as thermal mass.

Question 2

True or False: Thermal expansion coefficients of concrete are irrelevant in structural design.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about the interactions of materials with temperature changes.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given that two concrete mixtures have different thermal conductivities but are used in the same climate, analyze how each mixture will perform in energy conservation over time.

💡 Hint: Think about which mixture will maintain temperature consistency better.

Question 2

Assess the potential effects of neglecting to manage heat of hydration in a large retaining wall.

💡 Hint: Consider the worst-case scenario if heat is uncontrolled.

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