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What is one of the primary advantages of using Type II cement over Type I cement?
What is one of the primary advantages of using Type II cement over Type I cement?
- Better sulfate resistance (correct)
- Reduced shrinkage
- Higher compressive strength
- Lower water-cement ratio
Which type of cement is recommended for concrete exposed to seawater?
Which type of cement is recommended for concrete exposed to seawater?
- Type II cement (correct)
- Type III cement
- Type IV cement
- Type I cement
What aspect of concrete does sulfate resistance specifically enhance?
What aspect of concrete does sulfate resistance specifically enhance?
- Thermal expansion control
- Load-bearing capacity
- Resistance to freezing and thawing cycles
- Durability against chemical attacks (correct)
In terms of hydration, how does Type II cement differ from Type I cement?
In terms of hydration, how does Type II cement differ from Type I cement?
Why is Type II cement preferred in areas with high sulfate levels?
Why is Type II cement preferred in areas with high sulfate levels?
What is the primary reason for the high sulfate resistance of Type V cement?
What is the primary reason for the high sulfate resistance of Type V cement?
Which of the following statements about Type V cement is true?
Which of the following statements about Type V cement is true?
What role do chlorides in seawater play in relation to sulfates and concrete?
What role do chlorides in seawater play in relation to sulfates and concrete?
What is the maximum allowable percentage of tricalcium aluminate in Type V cement for adequate sulfate resistance?
What is the maximum allowable percentage of tricalcium aluminate in Type V cement for adequate sulfate resistance?
Which of these components is significant in seawater that affects concrete durability?
Which of these components is significant in seawater that affects concrete durability?
Why might Type V cement not be suitable for applications requiring low heat of hydration?
Why might Type V cement not be suitable for applications requiring low heat of hydration?
Which factor is primarily responsible for the potential damage to concrete when exposed to seawater?
Which factor is primarily responsible for the potential damage to concrete when exposed to seawater?
In what environment would you typically avoid using Type V cement?
In what environment would you typically avoid using Type V cement?
What is a characteristic reaction of sulfate attack on concrete?
What is a characteristic reaction of sulfate attack on concrete?
What is a potential effect of seawater on concrete if sulfates are present?
What is a potential effect of seawater on concrete if sulfates are present?
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Study Notes
Cement Types and Sulfate Resistance
- Type II cement has improved sulfate resistance compared to Type I cement.
- Type II cement is commonly used in concrete exposed to seawater.
- Type V cement has a high sulfate resistance due to its low tricalcium aluminate content (maximum 5%).
- Type V cement is used when sulfate concentrations exceed certain limits (refer to Table 2-2).
Sulfate and Chloride in Seawater
- Seawater contains significant amounts of sulfates and chlorides.
- Sulfates in seawater can attack concrete, but the presence of chlorides inhibits the expansive reaction caused by sulfate attack.
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