7.3.5 - Specific Gravity and Water Absorption Test
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Practice Questions
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What is the acceptable range for specific gravity in aggregates?
💡 Hint: It's a range pertaining to density comparisons.
What should water absorption preferably be less than?
💡 Hint: Think of it as a percentage less than two.
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What is the typical range of specific gravity for aggregates?
💡 Hint: Remember it is slightly above 2.
Is water absorption greater than 2% acceptable for aggregate efficacy?
💡 Hint: Think of how water content impacts mix integrity.
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You are tasked with evaluating two aggregates for a construction project. Aggregate A has a specific gravity of 2.5 and water absorption of 3%, while Aggregate B has a specific gravity of 2.8 and water absorption of 1.8%. Which aggregate would you recommend and why?
💡 Hint: Evaluate the implications of each aggregate’s properties.
Design a scenario where you might encounter issues due to high levels of water absorption in the aggregates used during a rainy season on-site. Discuss the potential consequences.
💡 Hint: Consider how aggregates interact with water during various weather conditions.
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