Practice Test Methods (2.4) - Durability of Concrete - Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 1

Practice: Test Methods

Lesson 2.4Durability of Concrete

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Question 1.
What does the Water Permeability Test measure?
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Think about what happens to structures in wet environments.
Question 2.
Why is chloride ion penetration considered a problem in concrete?
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Consider the consequences of rusting.
3Question 3.
What is the purpose of the Water Permeability Test?
- To measure fluid absorption
- To measure moisture evaporation
- To measure fluid penetration
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Focus on what the test is evaluating.
4Question 4.
True or False: Chlorides enhance the strength of concrete.
- True
- False
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Consider the negative effects of corrosion on strength.
Question 5.
A concrete mix is tested for water permeability, and the results show a high permeability rate. What implications does this have for structures built with this concrete?
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Think about how water affects concrete in various environmental conditions.
Question 6.
A concrete structure exhibits signs of corrosion after being exposed to chlorides for years. What test could have been conducted during the mix design stage to mitigate this issue?
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Consider preventative measures that can be implemented during design.

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