Practice Sources Of Water And Their Suitability (6.6) - Water – Requirements and Impurities

Practice: Sources of Water and Their Suitability

Lesson 6.6Water – Requirements and Impurities

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Question 1.
What is Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)?
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Think about what substances might dissolve in water.
Question 2.
Why is sea water generally not suitable for reinforced concrete?
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Consider the properties of the chloride ion.
3Question 3.
Which water source is generally regarded as suitable for concrete construction?
- Sea Water
- Groundwater
- Tap Water
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Think about which water is routinely disinfected in households.
4Question 4.
True or False: River water should never be used in construction without testing.
- True
- False
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Recall the potential contamination sources.
Question 5.
Analyze a construction project using river water. What are your testing protocols and potential mitigation strategies?
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Focus on prevention strategies for contamination.
Question 6.
Draft a plan for utilizing saline water for a unique coastal construction project while minimizing risks.
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Think of innovation in material selection and preventive measures.

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