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What is fly ash and how does it enhance concrete?
Think about what byproducts of burning might still aid in construction.
Name a benefit of using silica fume in concrete.
What about the size of the particles makes it effective?
What does fly ash do for concrete?
Remember that waste can sometimes make a product stronger!
True or False: Silica fume only works well when mixed with water.
Consider the properties of silica fume itself.
Design a concrete mixture for a coastal environment using the materials discussed. Justify your choices.
Consider the specific challenges faced by coastal environments.
Assess a historical concrete failure case. Identify how mineral and chemical admixtures could have helped mitigate the problem.
Think about historical cases where moisture was a primary concern.
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