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You will need early ASTM C150 Type III cement is used when early
strength from a concrete strength is desired. It is ground finer than the other
mixture design in order to cements and will react with water faster.
strip the product as soon
as possible. What type of
cement should you
consider and what
characteristics make it a
good choice?
Fine and coarse Unless specifically stated otherwise, they should both
aggregates should conform to ASTM C33
generally conform to
which standard?
How are fine and coarse Fine and coarse aggregates are generally defined by
aggregates defined by the ASTM C33 in relationship to their gradation or particle
standard and how does a size, distribution and fineness for sand. I plant reviews
plant check these criteria material by testing for and computing the gradation.
Non-drinkable water False - Water suitable for making concrete does not
should not be used to need to be fit for drinking, but non-potable water
make concrete - ture or must meet the chemical limits given in table C3.1.6 of
False? Explain PCI manuals MNL-116 and 117
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As a general statement, In a general sense, any item added to concrete other
what are admixtures? than cement, aggregates, and water is an admixture
Chorides are detrimental B: Chlorides promote corrosion of embedments,
to precast concrete reinforcing, and prestressing strand.
because?
Which of the following is A: Reduction of 28 day strength. Early strength
not a benefit of using reduction is expected, but strength at later stages is
retarders as admixtures? not affected when using retarders
a. Reduction of 28 day
strength
b. Offset the adverse
effects of hot weather
(ambient temp that
exceeds 85 F) by delaying
the setting of concrete
and maintaining the
workability for a longer
period of time.
c Slow the rate of temp
rise in mass concrete and
lower the peak temp
thereby reducing thermal
cracking.
d. Delay initial set for
special finishes such as
exposed aggregate.
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comprehensive questions and verified accurate
solution (detailed & elaborated) 2025 TEST!!
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Terms in this set (23)
You will need early ASTM C150 Type III cement is used when early
strength from a concrete strength is desired. It is ground finer than the other
mixture design in order to cements and will react with water faster.
strip the product as soon
as possible. What type of
cement should you
consider and what
characteristics make it a
good choice?
Fine and coarse Unless specifically stated otherwise, they should both
aggregates should conform to ASTM C33
generally conform to
which standard?
How are fine and coarse Fine and coarse aggregates are generally defined by
aggregates defined by the ASTM C33 in relationship to their gradation or particle
standard and how does a size, distribution and fineness for sand. I plant reviews
plant check these criteria material by testing for and computing the gradation.
Non-drinkable water False - Water suitable for making concrete does not
should not be used to need to be fit for drinking, but non-potable water
make concrete - ture or must meet the chemical limits given in table C3.1.6 of
False? Explain PCI manuals MNL-116 and 117
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As a general statement, In a general sense, any item added to concrete other
what are admixtures? than cement, aggregates, and water is an admixture
Chorides are detrimental B: Chlorides promote corrosion of embedments,
to precast concrete reinforcing, and prestressing strand.
because?
Which of the following is A: Reduction of 28 day strength. Early strength
not a benefit of using reduction is expected, but strength at later stages is
retarders as admixtures? not affected when using retarders
a. Reduction of 28 day
strength
b. Offset the adverse
effects of hot weather
(ambient temp that
exceeds 85 F) by delaying
the setting of concrete
and maintaining the
workability for a longer
period of time.
c Slow the rate of temp
rise in mass concrete and
lower the peak temp
thereby reducing thermal
cracking.
d. Delay initial set for
special finishes such as
exposed aggregate.
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