Concrete Sample Preparation and Testing

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What is the temperature range for testing specimens in air?

  • 95°F to 105°F (35°C to 40°C)
  • 65°F to 85°F (18°C to 30°C)
  • 85°F to 95°F (30°C to 35°C)
  • 75°F ± 15°F (24°C ± 8°C) (correct)

What is the minimum humidity level for testing specimens in air?

  • Less than 60 %
  • Less than 80 % (correct)
  • Less than 70 %
  • Less than 90 %

What is the minimum duration for testing specimens in air?

  • 36 hours
  • 48 hours (correct)
  • 60 hours
  • 24 hours

What is the standard practice for capping concrete masonry units?

<p>ASTM C1552 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of determining the location of the mass centroidal axes?

<p>To align the specimen with the center of thrust of the machine (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be wiped clean before testing?

<p>The bearing faces of the platens and the bearing plates (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum time required to apply the remaining load after the initial load?

<p>1 minute (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the unit of measurement for the maximum compressive load?

<p>Pounds (lbf) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of aligning the mass centroidal axes with the center of thrust of the machine?

<p>To apply the load uniformly (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum allowable moisture level for testing specimens?

<p>No visible moisture (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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