Functions of Aggregates in Construction Quiz

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Alkali-aggregate reaction test

Aggregate crushing value (ACV) test

Specific gravity and water absorption test

Los Angeles abrasion test (correct)

A measure of the fineness or coarseness of the aggregate

The mass of aggregate per unit volume

The largest sieve size that allows all the aggregate particles to pass through (correct)

The ability of the aggregate to absorb water

The ratio of the volume of voids in the aggregate to the total volume of the aggregate

The ratio of the weight of a compressively loaded aggregate to its original weight

The ratio of the weight of a given volume of aggregate to the weight of an equal volume of water (correct)

The amount of water present in the aggregate

The volume of voids (empty spaces) in the aggregate to the total volume of the aggregate Signup and view all the answers

By dividing the sum of the cumulative percentages by 100 Signup and view all the answers

Enhancing the workability of the concrete mix Signup and view all the answers

Coarse aggregates Signup and view all the answers

Particle size distribution Signup and view all the answers

According to appearance Signup and view all the answers

Artificial aggregates are produced by industrial processes Signup and view all the answers

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