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What is a primary requirement for aggregates used in construction?
What is a primary requirement for aggregates used in construction?
Which of the following types of aggregates is most commonly used for concrete work?
Which of the following types of aggregates is most commonly used for concrete work?
What is the typical size range for coarse aggregate in general concrete work?
What is the typical size range for coarse aggregate in general concrete work?
Which material is typically considered the most important fine aggregate for concrete?
Which material is typically considered the most important fine aggregate for concrete?
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What characteristic does trap rock have that makes it a suitable choice for making concrete?
What characteristic does trap rock have that makes it a suitable choice for making concrete?
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What is the primary function of cement in concrete?
What is the primary function of cement in concrete?
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During the manufacturing of Ordinary Portland Cement, what happens to the slurry in the kiln?
During the manufacturing of Ordinary Portland Cement, what happens to the slurry in the kiln?
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What is added to clinker during the grinding process to alter its properties?
What is added to clinker during the grinding process to alter its properties?
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Which materials are primarily mixed to create the slurry for Ordinary Portland Cement?
Which materials are primarily mixed to create the slurry for Ordinary Portland Cement?
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What role does water play when combined with cement and aggregates?
What role does water play when combined with cement and aggregates?
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Study Notes
Aggregates
- Aggregates are coarse-to-medium-grained materials used in construction (sand, gravel, crushed stone).
- Aggregates form the bulk of concrete.
- Fine aggregates are small (0-4mm) and used for mortar
- Coarse aggregates are larger (5-20mm) and used for general concrete.
Aggregate Requirements
- Aggregates must be clean.
- Free from sediments.
- Sound (not broken).
- Strong (not easily crushed).
- Well-graded (consistent sizes).
- Well-shaped (proper form).
Types of Aggregates
Coarse Aggregates
- Gravel: Small, somewhat rounded stone pieces. Hard and textured surfaces make it good coarse aggregate. (e.g., riverbeds).
- Crushed stones (e.g., trap rock): Hardest and most durable. Dark, heavy, close-grained. Good for concrete. Granite is a less expensive alternative to trap rock. Crushed stone sizes are 6mm-20mm.
Fine Aggregates
- Sand, crushed stones, or gravel screenings.
- Sand is the most important fine aggregate.
- Sand is a finely divided rock material that passes through a 5mm sieve.
- Sand is not subject to breakdown, decay, or expansion.
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This quiz covers the essential concepts of aggregates used in construction, including their types, requirements, and specific applications in concrete. Understand the differences between fine and coarse aggregates, and the factors that determine their suitability for various construction projects.
