Chapter 9 Concrete Form Construction Objectives

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What is the purpose of a gusset?

To stiffen and strengthen a joint (correct)

To support vertical loads

To prevent the passage of water in the gaseous state

To increase the tensile strength of concrete

Which material is used to prevent the passage of water in the gaseous state?

Reinforcing rods

Portland cement

Vapor retarder (correct)

Girder

What is the purpose of reinforcing rods (rebar) in concrete?

To prevent freezing of the ground

To provide vertical support for concrete forms

To increase the tensile strength of concrete (correct)

To stiffen and strengthen joints

What is the frost line related to in construction?

The depth to which the ground typically freezes Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a scab in construction?

To stiffen and strengthen a joint Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a pilaster in construction?

To reinforce a wall Signup and view all the answers

Which component is a concrete masonry unit (CMU) typically used for?

Building foundations Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary composition of concrete?

Portland cement, aggregates, and water Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the quality of concrete being resistant to crushing?

Compressive strength Signup and view all the answers

What are the attributes of properly constructed footing forms related to?

Workability and durability Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'buck' refer to in concrete form construction?

A rough frame used to form openings in poured concrete walls Signup and view all the answers

Which component of concrete form construction is responsible for handling tension?

Properly engineered concrete Signup and view all the answers

Chapter 9 Concrete Form Construction Objectives

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What is the purpose of a gusset?

Which material is used to prevent the passage of water in the gaseous state?

What is the purpose of reinforcing rods (rebar) in concrete?

What is the frost line related to in construction?

What is the purpose of a scab in construction?

What is the function of a pilaster in construction?

Which component is a concrete masonry unit (CMU) typically used for?

What is the primary composition of concrete?

What is the term used to describe the quality of concrete being resistant to crushing?

What are the attributes of properly constructed footing forms related to?

What does the term 'buck' refer to in concrete form construction?

Which component of concrete form construction is responsible for handling tension?

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