17.2 - Silica Fume
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Practice Questions
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What is silica fume?
💡 Hint: Think of it as a special ingredient for stronger concrete.
Name one advantage of using silica fume in concrete.
💡 Hint: What happens to concrete when it's stronger?
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What is the main role of silica fume in concrete?
💡 Hint: Think about why we want to make concrete stronger.
Silica fume improves cohesiveness but may require the use of which of the following?
💡 Hint: What do we add to mixes to make them flow better?
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How would you redesign a concrete mix containing silica fume to enhance workability while maintaining strength? Discuss the adjustments you would make.
💡 Hint: Think about additives and proportions.
Consider a project where environmental conditions are harsh. What role would silica fume play in ensuring concrete durability, and what other materials might you incorporate?
💡 Hint: What other materials help in similar conditions?
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