Practice Requirements for Pumpable Concrete - 13.2 | 8. Workability of Fresh Concrete | Concrete Technology
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13.2 - Requirements for Pumpable Concrete

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is meant by the term 'cohesiveness' in concrete?

💡 Hint: Think about what keeps everything sticky.

Question 2

Easy

Why is the mortar fraction important for pumpable concrete?

💡 Hint: It's like a lubricant for a machine.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

Which of the following is a key requirement for pumpable concrete?

  • High water-cement ratio
  • Well-graded aggregates
  • Large aggregate size

💡 Hint: Think about how particles fit together.

Question 2

True or False: Cohesiveness in concrete helps prevent segregation during pumping.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the definition of cohesiveness.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

You are in charge of a large construction project requiring pumpable concrete. The aggregates delivered to your site are not well-graded. Explain the potential issues this may create during pumping and provide mitigation strategies.

💡 Hint: How can mixing improve flow?

Question 2

Design a concrete mix for a specific project where long-distance pumping is necessary. Detail at least three enhancements you would include to ensure the mix is highly pumpable.

💡 Hint: Think about strategies to reduce friction and blockages.

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