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How does the angular shape of particles affect the properties of concrete?
How does the angular shape of particles affect the properties of concrete?
The angular shape improves interlocking between particles, further enhancing the concrete's properties.
What is the percentage of aggregates that passed through the 90-micron sieve in the fineness of cement test?
What is the percentage of aggregates that passed through the 90-micron sieve in the fineness of cement test?
6%
What is the maximum percentage of mass retained on 90 micron according to IS recommendations?
What is the maximum percentage of mass retained on 90 micron according to IS recommendations?
Less than 10%
What is the objective of the fineness of cement test?
What is the objective of the fineness of cement test?
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What apparatus is used to weigh the cement sample and residue in the fineness of cement test?
What apparatus is used to weigh the cement sample and residue in the fineness of cement test?
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What property of hair fibers makes them a promising candidate for enhancing the structural integrity of concrete?
What property of hair fibers makes them a promising candidate for enhancing the structural integrity of concrete?
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What is the name of the flask used in determining the specific gravity of cement?
What is the name of the flask used in determining the specific gravity of cement?
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Why is hair considered a non-degradable matter, and how is it utilized in concrete?
Why is hair considered a non-degradable matter, and how is it utilized in concrete?
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What are the primary benefits of using hair fibers in concrete, and how do they impact construction practices and environmental sustainability?
What are the primary benefits of using hair fibers in concrete, and how do they impact construction practices and environmental sustainability?
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What is the objective of incorporating hair fibers in concrete, and how does it affect the workability and strength of concrete?
What is the objective of incorporating hair fibers in concrete, and how does it affect the workability and strength of concrete?
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How does the tensile strength of hair compare to that of copper wire, and what are the implications for its use in concrete reinforcement?
How does the tensile strength of hair compare to that of copper wire, and what are the implications for its use in concrete reinforcement?
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What is the definition of the ratio of the fiber, and how does its value vary for different fibers?
What is the definition of the ratio of the fiber, and how does its value vary for different fibers?
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What are the key advantages of using hair as a reinforcing material in concrete, and how does it impact the environmental sustainability of construction projects?
What are the key advantages of using hair as a reinforcing material in concrete, and how does it impact the environmental sustainability of construction projects?
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What is the condition required for efficient stress transfer from the matrix to the fiber, and why is it important?
What is the condition required for efficient stress transfer from the matrix to the fiber, and why is it important?
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What are the characteristics of the hair thread structure, and how do they contribute to its mechanical resistance?
What are the characteristics of the hair thread structure, and how do they contribute to its mechanical resistance?
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What percentage of water and proteins do human hairs typically consist of, and what are the other components?
What percentage of water and proteins do human hairs typically consist of, and what are the other components?
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What are the benefits of using hair as a reinforcement agent for concrete, and what challenges does it address?
What are the benefits of using hair as a reinforcement agent for concrete, and what challenges does it address?
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Why is a good bond between the matrix and the fiber important for improving the tensile strength of a composite material?
Why is a good bond between the matrix and the fiber important for improving the tensile strength of a composite material?
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