Practice Cold Weather Concreting - 14.2 | 8. Workability of Fresh Concrete | Concrete Technology
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14.2 - Cold Weather Concreting

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the primary risk when placing concrete in cold weather?

💡 Hint: Think about what happens to water when it freezes.

Question 2

Easy

Name one method to prevent freezing of concrete.

💡 Hint: Consider how we maintain heat.

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Interactive Quizzes

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

Question 1

What happens to water in concrete when it freezes?

  • It contracts
  • It expands
  • It vaporizes

💡 Hint: Remember the physics of freezing water.

Question 2

True or False: Adding more water to the concrete mix in cold weather is beneficial.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the effect of water on freezing.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

A construction crew plans to pour concrete in a region where winter temperatures can drop to -5°C. Discuss the various strategies they should implement to ensure successful concrete placement.

💡 Hint: Reflect upon temperature management techniques.

Question 2

Analyze the benefits and drawbacks of using calcium chloride as an accelerator in cold weather concrete. What are alternative methods if one wishes to avoid this chemical?

💡 Hint: Consider the impact of chemical additives vs. physical methods of heating.

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