17.5.3 - Step 3: Estimation of Water Content
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What is the typical slump value range for pavement applications?
💡 Hint: Think about how the slump is defined.
Name one factor that influences water content in concrete.
💡 Hint: Consider what materials we use in concrete.
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What is the typical range of slump for pavement concrete?
💡 Hint: Consider the specifications for workability.
True or False: More water always leads to stronger concrete.
💡 Hint: Think about the water-cement ratio.
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Design a concrete mix for a pavement application with a target slump of 70 mm. Given your aggregates are angular, describe how you would adjust your water content estimation.
💡 Hint: Review the steps you learned on how aggregate shapes affect water recommendations.
Discuss the long-term impacts of underestimating water content in a concrete mix for pavements. What signs might indicate issues later on?
💡 Hint: Think about how the concrete behaves over time with insufficient water.
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