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What factor affects the strength of concrete by altering its compaction?
What factor affects the strength of concrete by altering its compaction?
- Grading of aggregates (correct)
- Shape and Texture of aggregates
- Water Content
- Maximum size of aggregate
What test is used to measure the density ratio of concrete?
What test is used to measure the density ratio of concrete?
- Compacting Factor Test (correct)
- VeBe Test
- Flow Table Test
- Slump Test
Which test is used to determine variations in the uniformity of a concrete mix?
Which test is used to determine variations in the uniformity of a concrete mix?
- Flow Table Test
- Slump Test (correct)
- Kelly Ball Test
- VeBe Test
What does segregation refer to in the context of concrete?
What does segregation refer to in the context of concrete?
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Which factor increases workability but decreases strength in concrete mixes?
Which factor increases workability but decreases strength in concrete mixes?
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What does the Kelly Ball Test measure in concrete?
What does the Kelly Ball Test measure in concrete?
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What is the purpose of compaction in concrete?
What is the purpose of compaction in concrete?
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Which type of concrete is specifically designed to be pumpable?
Which type of concrete is specifically designed to be pumpable?
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What does bleeding refer to in the context of concrete?
What does bleeding refer to in the context of concrete?
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Which method is commonly used for underwater concreting?
Which method is commonly used for underwater concreting?
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What does laitance refer to in concrete construction?
What does laitance refer to in concrete construction?
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What does hardened concrete consist of primarily?
What does hardened concrete consist of primarily?
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