Practice Setting Time of Concrete - 3 | 8. Workability of Fresh Concrete | Concrete Technology
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3 - Setting Time of Concrete

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the setting time of concrete?

💡 Hint: Think about what happens when concrete starts to harden.

Question 2

Easy

Define 'Initial Setting Time.'

💡 Hint: Consider when you can no longer work with the concrete.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What does the initial setting time signify?

  • Concrete begins to harden
  • Concrete is fully hardened
  • Concrete is fluid

💡 Hint: Relate it to the moment you can’t work with the concrete anymore.

Question 2

True or False: A higher water-cement ratio will always decrease the setting time.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about the balance of water in the concrete mix.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Calculate the impact of adding a high-range water reducer on the setting time of concrete under extremely high temperatures. Consider average variables from your knowledge.

💡 Hint: Consider how admixtures interact with temperature.

Question 2

Evaluate a construction scenario where quick setting is desired. List potential admixtures that could be used and their effects.

💡 Hint: Think about how the project timeline influences your choices.

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