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What is measured in terms of compressive strength in concrete?
What is measured in terms of compressive strength in concrete?
- Workability
- The force the concrete can withstand when squeezed (correct)
- Durability
- Uniformity
What is the purpose of the Slump Test in concrete?
What is the purpose of the Slump Test in concrete?
- To test the permeability of the concrete
- To establish the durability of the concrete
- To determine the strength of the concrete core
- To determine the workability of the concrete (correct)
How many cubes are needed for the Permeability Test?
How many cubes are needed for the Permeability Test?
- Five
- Six
- One
- Three (correct)
What is the purpose of the Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity Test?
What is the purpose of the Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity Test?
What is the duration required for taking the cubes for the Permeability Test?
What is the duration required for taking the cubes for the Permeability Test?
What is the purpose of the Pull-out Test?
What is the purpose of the Pull-out Test?
What type of cement is used in massive concrete structures such as gravity dams?
What type of cement is used in massive concrete structures such as gravity dams?
What is the primary purpose of water in concrete?
What is the primary purpose of water in concrete?
What type of cement provides high strengths at an early age?
What type of cement provides high strengths at an early age?
What is the primary function of aggregates in concrete?
What is the primary function of aggregates in concrete?
What type of cement is used in drainage structures where sulfate attack is a concern?
What type of cement is used in drainage structures where sulfate attack is a concern?
What are admixtures used to modify in concrete?
What are admixtures used to modify in concrete?
What are the main components of concrete?
What are the main components of concrete?
What type of cement is commonly used for all types of cement uses?
What type of cement is commonly used for all types of cement uses?
What is the purpose of reinforcing steel in reinforced concrete?
What is the purpose of reinforcing steel in reinforced concrete?
What is the primary binding material in lime concrete?
What is the primary binding material in lime concrete?
What happens to concrete over time?
What happens to concrete over time?
What is the purpose of water in concrete mixing?
What is the purpose of water in concrete mixing?
