8 - Curing and Its Early Requirements
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What is curing?
💡 Hint: Think about the conditions needed for concrete to harden.
Name one method of early curing.
💡 Hint: What kind of coverings can be used?
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What is the main purpose of curing concrete?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens if concrete dries out too quickly.
True or False: Curing is only important after the concrete has completely set.
💡 Hint: When do you think curing measures should start?
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Evaluate a scenario where a concrete structure experienced rapid drying due to poor curing practices. What specific issues could this create?
💡 Hint: Consider the quickest ways that concrete can lose moisture.
Design a curing plan for a large concrete slab being poured in mid-summer. What methods would ensure proper curing?
💡 Hint: Think about the challenges of high temperatures and how to mitigate them.
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