Practice Corrosion Inhibitors (2.1.7) - Chemical and Mineral Admixtures

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Question 1.
What is the primary purpose of corrosion inhibitors in concrete?
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Think about what happens to steel when exposed to water and air.
Question 2.
Name one example of a corrosion inhibitor.
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Recall the examples given in class.
3Question 3.
What is the main role of corrosion inhibitors?
- A) Increase water usage
- B) Protect steel from corrosion
- C) Reduce concrete weight
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Think about their purpose regarding steel.
4Question 4.
True or False: Sodium benzoate can be used as a corrosion inhibitor.
- True
- False
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Recall the examples we discussed.
Question 5.
Considering a highway bridge constructed with exposed steel reinforcement, discuss the implications of not using corrosion inhibitors in its concrete mix.
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What environmental factors contribute to corrosion?
Question 6.
Compare and contrast the effectiveness of calcium nitrite and sodium benzoate as corrosion inhibitors in different environmental scenarios.
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Think about where each inhibitor would have the most impact!

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