Podcast
Questions and Answers
What is the primary characteristic of Pozzolan Cement?
What is the primary characteristic of Pozzolan Cement?
- High tricalcium silicate content
- Inert silicious material that combines with lime to produce a cementitious matter (correct)
- Waterproofing substance added to ordinary Portland cement
- High alumina content
What is a key factor in determining the type of cement to use in construction?
What is a key factor in determining the type of cement to use in construction?
- Availability of cement
- Personal preference
- Type of construction (correct)
- Cost of cement
What is the main purpose of Sulphate-resisting Cement?
What is the main purpose of Sulphate-resisting Cement?
- To provide a waterproofing substance to ordinary Portland cement
- To provide a high early strength
- To resist the attack of water containing dissolved sulphate on the concrete (correct)
- To improve the economy of the cement
Why is it important to use high-strength cement in some constructions?
Why is it important to use high-strength cement in some constructions?
What is the main difference between OPC-based Rapid hardening Portland Cement and ordinary Portland cement?
What is the main difference between OPC-based Rapid hardening Portland Cement and ordinary Portland cement?
What is the purpose of the field test where you throw a handful of cement into a bucket of water?
What is the purpose of the field test where you throw a handful of cement into a bucket of water?
What should you feel when you thrust your hand into the cement bag?
What should you feel when you thrust your hand into the cement bag?
What is the primary characteristic of High Alumina Cement?
What is the primary characteristic of High Alumina Cement?
What is the main factor that affects the suitability of cement?
What is the main factor that affects the suitability of cement?
What should be the texture of the cement when you take a pinch of it and feel between your fingers?
What should be the texture of the cement when you take a pinch of it and feel between your fingers?
Flashcards
Pozzolan Cement Characteristic
Pozzolan Cement Characteristic
A material like silica that reacts with lime to form a cement-like substance.
Cement Selection Factor
Cement Selection Factor
The type of construction project determines the necessary cement type.
Sulfate-Resisting Cement Purpose
Sulfate-Resisting Cement Purpose
It's designed to resist damage from water containing sulfates, protecting the concrete.
High-Strength Cement Importance
High-Strength Cement Importance
Signup and view all the flashcards
Rapid Hardening Cement vs. Ordinary Cement
Rapid Hardening Cement vs. Ordinary Cement
Signup and view all the flashcards
Cement Floating Test
Cement Floating Test
Signup and view all the flashcards
Cement Bag Feel
Cement Bag Feel
Signup and view all the flashcards
High Alumina Cement Characteristic
High Alumina Cement Characteristic
Signup and view all the flashcards
Cement Suitability Factor
Cement Suitability Factor
Signup and view all the flashcards
Cement Texture
Cement Texture
Signup and view all the flashcards
